SOUTHERN TIARE (IMO 8719176)
SOUTHERN TIARE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1988 and flying the Cook Islands flag, placing it in its 38th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,210 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,185. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations. SOUTHERN TIARE is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 14 October 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Cook islands
- Year built: 1988
- MMSI: 518132000
- Call sign: E5U2082
- Gross tonnage: 1185
- Deadweight: 1210 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/08/2024, Timaru (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/10/2025
- Registered owner: CIAH COOK ISLANDS LTD (New Zealand)
- Ship manager: CHATHAM ISLANDS SHIPPING LTD (New Zealand)
- ISM manager: ASP SHIP MANAGEMENT NZ LTD (New Zealand)
- Last AIS position: 44°8.7′S · 178°55.7′E · Speed 4.5 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 09:23 UTC
- Destination: Timaru (NZ TIU) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 07:34 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOUTHERN TIARE?
SOUTHERN TIARE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1988 and is currently in its 38th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOUTHERN TIARE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,210 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,185.
Which classification society manages SOUTHERN TIARE?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 67 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 October 2025. All-time records show 75 inspections since 1998 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 August 2024.
Where has SOUTHERN TIARE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. It currently flies the Cook Islands flag.
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