MERCURIO (IMO 7626097)
MERCURIO is a tug built in 1979 and flying the flag of Portugal; it is in its 47th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 189 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 249. MERCURIO has been classed since before 2012 by Rinave Portugesa, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed most often in Western Europe (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 3 inspections are on file since 2015, the most recent on 8 September 2020.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Portugal
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 263601640
- Call sign: CSTY
- Gross tonnage: 249
- Deadweight: 189 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2020
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TINITA (Portugal)
- Last AIS position: 32°44.1′N · 016°44.0′W · under way under sail · received 5 October 2026 at 12:36 UTC
- Destination: Viana do Castelo (PT VDC)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MERCURIO?
MERCURIO is a tug built in 1979. It is in its 47th year of service.
What is the deadweight of MERCURIO?
MERCURIO has a deadweight of 189 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 249.
What flag does MERCURIO fly?
MERCURIO flies the flag of Portugal. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes MERCURIO?
MERCURIO has been classed since before 2012 by Rinave Portugesa, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many port state control inspections has MERCURIO had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 3 inspections are on file since 2015, the most recent on 8 September 2020.
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