CHALLENGER (IMO 7637084)
CHALLENGER is a Tug built in 1978 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 110 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 211. Given its specifications, it is a small-scale utility vessel designed for specialized towing or harbor operations. CHALLENGER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1978
- MMSI: 370976000
- Call sign: HP5217
- Gross tonnage: 211
- Deadweight: 110 t
- Beam: 7.8 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 39169-PEXT-2
- Registered owner · Ship manager: JAWAR AL KHALEEJ SHIPPING LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 29°50.7′N · 048°30.2′E · Speed 1.9 kn · received 17 August 2026 at 21:33 UTC
- Destination: ALFAW
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is CHALLENGER?
CHALLENGER is a Tug. It was built in 1978 and is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 211. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 110 metric tonnes.
What is the classification status of CHALLENGER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has CHALLENGER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many inspections has CHALLENGER undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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