SEABUFFALO (IMO 7719686)
SEABUFFALO is a Tug built in 1979 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 246 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 416. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor operations. SEABUFFALO is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has no recorded former names or previous flag changes. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 215232000
- Call sign: 9HA5023
- Gross tonnage: 416
- Deadweight: 246 t
- Beam: 9.8 m
- Home port: VALLETTA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 31/03/2026, Santa Panagia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CASSAR MARINE SERVICES LTD (Malta)
- Last AIS position: 35°52.7′N · 014°29.8′E · Speed 2.7 kn · moored · received 28 September 2026 at 09:53 UTC
- Destination: Valletta (MT MLA)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SEABUFFALO?
SEABUFFALO is a Tug built in 1979. It is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for SEABUFFALO?
The vessel is powered by a main engine with a capacity of 2,610 kW. This power output supports its operational requirements as a tug.
What are the dimensions of SEABUFFALO?
The vessel has a recorded beam of 9.8 metres. Specific length overall and draught measurements are not provided in the current data.
How many inspections has SEABUFFALO undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 March 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2004 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 March 2026.
What is the classification of SEABUFFALO?
SEABUFFALO is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current class notation is C # and its status is listed as Reassigned.
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