BUDDHA (IMO 8206856)
BUDDHA is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 1982 and flying the Nigeria flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 850. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations within its specific size class. BUDDHA is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under two different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2009, the most recent on 16 April 2009.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Nigeria
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 657406000
- Call sign: 5NQL3
- Gross tonnage: 850
- Deadweight: 1200 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/04/2009
- Registered owner: PRIME OPTIMUS NIGERIA LTD (Nigeria)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DEEP FRONTLINE SHIPPERS LTD (Nigeria)
- Last AIS position: 4°39.8′N · 007°9.2′E · Speed 6.0 kn · at anchor · received 6 October 2026 at 08:59 UTC
- Destination: HOME
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BUDDHA?
BUDDHA is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BUDDHA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 850.
Which flag does BUDDHA fly?
The vessel currently flies the Nigeria flag. It has operated under 2 different flag states during its service history.
What is the classification status of BUDDHA?
BUDDHA is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. The current classification status for the vessel is listed as Delivered.
How many PSC inspections has BUDDHA undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2009, the most recent on 16 April 2009.
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