HUAFA (IMO 8028448)
HUAFA is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 1982 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,100 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,790, and a length overall of 69.15 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized offshore support and towing operations. The vessel's classification notation includes Fire fighter(II), Offshore service vessel(AHTS), Supply vessel, Tug, E0, and Ice(C). It has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2025.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 636009961
- Call sign: ELQG2
- Gross tonnage: 1790
- Deadweight: 2100 t
- Length overall: 69.15 m
- Beam: 15.02 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2025
- Registered owner: HUAFA SHIPPING LIBERIA INC (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHENZHEN HUAWEI OFFSHORE (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°20.3′N · 114°5.5′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 08:44 UTC
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HUAFA?
HUAFA is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 1982. It is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HUAFA?
The vessel has a length overall of 69.15 metres and a beam of 15.02 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.27 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of HUAFA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,100 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,790.
Where has HUAFA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has HUAFA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2025. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
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