MATIS (IMO 8836326)
MATIS is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 1984 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 42nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 142 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 149, and a length overall of 26 metres. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized offshore support operations. The vessel has been observed operating within the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously sailed under one former name and has operated under two different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 1984
- MMSI: 256004165
- Call sign: 9HB9942
- Gross tonnage: 149
- Deadweight: 142 t
- Length overall: 26 m
- Beam: 6.56 m
- Home port: VALLETTA - 22886
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2026
- Registered owner: TUG MATIS LTD (Malta)
- Ship manager: POLARIS MARINE SERVICES CO LTD (Malta)
- Last AIS position: 35°54.1′N · 014°41.9′E · Speed 6.8 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 22:20 UTC
- Destination: Valletta (MT MLA) · ETA 28 February 2027 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MATIS?
MATIS is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 1984 and is currently in its 42nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of MATIS?
The vessel has a length overall of 26 metres and a beam of 6.56 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 149 and a deadweight of 142 metric tonnes.
What is the engine power of MATIS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 1060 kW of power. This power rating supports its role as an offshore tug and supply ship.
Where has MATIS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This region is consistent with its current flag state of Malta.
How many PSC inspections has MATIS undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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