OPTION B (IMO 8794164)
OPTION B is a Yacht built in 2012 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 299 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. Given its classification, it is a small-scale vessel typically used for private leisure or specialized coastal transit. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. The vessel has previously operated under two different flag states and has been registered under one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026.
- Type: Yacht
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 248365000
- Call sign: 9HB5674
- Gross tonnage: 299
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Length overall: 37 m
- Beam: 8 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 14/08/2026, Alimos (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: OPTION B LTD (Cayman Islands)
- Last AIS position: 37°55.8′N · 023°41.1′E · moored · received 29 September 2026 at 07:57 UTC
- Destination: Marina Grande (IT MGE) · ETA 1 October 2026 at 17:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is OPTION B?
OPTION B is a Yacht. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of OPTION B?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 299. It reports a deadweight tonnage of 0.
Where has OPTION B been observed recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area recorded in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2018 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 August 2026.
What is the flag status of OPTION B?
The vessel currently flies the Malta flag. It is categorized in the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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