CHARLES A (IMO 8424202)
CHARLES A is a Tug built in 1979 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 206 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. The vessel is currently classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the North America East Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and the Gulf of Mexico regions. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 367608840
- Call sign: WDH3586
- Gross tonnage: 206
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/06/2026
- Registered owner: TUG CHARLES A INC (USA)
- Ship manager: DANN OCEAN TOWING INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 40°39.9′N · 074°1.0′W · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 01:05 UTC
- Destination: Blackford (GB BFP) · ETA 8 March 2027 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHARLES A?
CHARLES A is a Tug built in 1979. It is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the gross tonnage specifications for CHARLES A?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 206. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
In which regions has CHARLES A been observed?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. It also operates within the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
How many previous names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names. It has also operated under 3 different flag states during its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for CHARLES A?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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