CAITLIN (IMO 8428674)
CAITLIN is a Tug built in 1985 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 353 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor operations. CAITLIN is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been known by three former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2019, the most recent on 2 December 2019.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 367648150
- Call sign: WDH7440
- Gross tonnage: 353
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/12/2019
- Registered owner: JOSEPH TUG LLC (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TRADEWINDS TOWING LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 25°20.6′N · 080°3.3′W · Speed 3.0 kn · received 11 October 2026 at 01:20 UTC
- Destination: BROWNSVILE TX · ETA 19 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAITLIN?
CAITLIN is a Tug built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the gross tonnage specifications for CAITLIN?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 353. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
Which classification society manages CAITLIN?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAITLIN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has CAITLIN undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2019, the most recent on 2 December 2019.
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