FRIENDSHIP (IMO 8500848)
FRIENDSHIP is a Passenger Ship built in 1986 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 186. Given its small displacement, it is configured for localized passenger operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. The vessel has one former name and has operated under one previous flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 503345400
- Call sign: VJ6975
- Gross tonnage: 186
- Deadweight: 18 t
- Registered owner: GAMBLE BG&GD (Australia)
- Ship manager: SYDNEY FERRIES (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 33°51.2′S · 151°12.9′E · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 09:45 UTC
- Destination: -- · ETA 30 November 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is FRIENDSHIP?
FRIENDSHIP is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FRIENDSHIP?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 186. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18 metric tonnes.
Where has FRIENDSHIP been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has FRIENDSHIP undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Has the vessel's name or flag changed?
The vessel has one recorded former name. It has also operated under one previous flag state during its history.
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