BRESTIR (IMO 8516811)
BRESTIR is a fishing vessel built in 1986 and flying the flag of the Faroe Islands; it is in its 40th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 705 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 993, and a length overall of 49.6 metres. BRESTIR's class history points to DNV, with the last class renewal survey on 30 November 2005; the current class status is not confirmed. The vessel has been observed most often in Western Europe (latest area report: May 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Fishing Vessel
- Flag: Faroe Islands
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 231084000
- Call sign: OW2387
- Gross tonnage: 993
- Deadweight: 705 t
- Length overall: 49.6 m
- Beam: 11.6 m
- Home port: SØRVAGUR
- Registered owner: BRESTIR (Faeroe Islands)
- Ship manager: HANSEN AE (Faeroe Islands)
- Last AIS position: 63°22.1′N · 010°25.8′W · Speed 2.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 00:32 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BRESTIR?
BRESTIR is a fishing vessel built in 1986. It is in its 40th year of service.
What is the deadweight of BRESTIR?
BRESTIR has a deadweight of 705 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 993. It measures 49.6 metres overall.
What flag does BRESTIR fly?
BRESTIR flies the flag of the Faroe Islands. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes BRESTIR?
BRESTIR's class history points to DNV, with the last class renewal survey on 30 November 2005; the current class status is not confirmed. Its class notation is Stern trawler Ice(C).
How many port state control inspections has BRESTIR had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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