VISAL 8 (IMO 8829751)
VISAL 8 is an Offshore Supply Ship built in 1986 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 185 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 265. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized offshore support operations. VISAL 8 is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 574822000
- Call sign: XVEI
- Gross tonnage: 265
- Deadweight: 185 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SALVAGE TRANSPORT ENTERPRISE 1 (Vietnam)
- ISM manager: VIETNAM SALVAGE JSC (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 10°24.3′N · 107°7.2′E · received 10 October 2026 at 16:45 UTC
- Destination: Vung Tau (VN VTU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VISAL 8?
VISAL 8 is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VISAL 8?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 265. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 185 metric tonnes.
Which flag does VISAL 8 fly?
The vessel currently flies the Vietnam flag. It has operated under one different flag state previously in its history.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the classification status of VISAL 8?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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