JAMES CRAIG (IMO 8676788)
JAMES CRAIG is a Passenger Ship built in 1874 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 152nd year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 670 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. Given its age and classification, it serves a specialized niche within the regional maritime sector. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. The vessel 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: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 1874
- MMSI: 503493000
- Call sign: VJMR
- Gross tonnage: 670
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner: SYDNEY MARITIME MUSEUM (Australia)
- Ship manager: SYDNEY HERITAGE FLEET (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 33°52.1′S · 151°12.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 04:34 UTC
- Destination: Sydney (AU SYD) · ETA 7 December 2026 at 05:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is JAMES CRAIG?
JAMES CRAIG is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 1874 and is currently in its 152nd year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 670. It has a recorded deadweight tonnage of 0.
Where has JAMES CRAIG been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of JAMES CRAIG?
The vessel currently flies the Australia flag. It has operated under 1 former flag state during its service history.
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