RIO CARONI (IMO 8358178)
RIO CARONI is a Tug built in 1988 and flying the Venezuela flag, placing it in its 38th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 179 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. The vessel is classed by the flag authority and maintains a status of Delivered. It has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. RIO CARONI has operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Venezuela
- Year built: 1988
- MMSI: 775994220
- Call sign: YYV2329
- Gross tonnage: 179
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CANALIZACIONES INSTITUTO (Venezuela)
- Last AIS position: 10°40.4′N · 071°35.3′W · Speed 0.7 kn · received 15 August 2026 at 16:30 UTC
- Destination: Maracaibo (VE MAR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of RIO CARONI?
RIO CARONI is a Tug. It was built in 1988 and is currently in its 38th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of RIO CARONI?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 179. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
Where has RIO CARONI been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has RIO CARONI undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Has RIO CARONI changed names or flags?
The vessel has a history of 1 former name and 1 former flag state. It has also undergone 3 ownership changes during its service life.
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