VULKAN (IMO 8903193)
VULKAN is a Tug built in 1990 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 375 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 458. At this scale, the vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. VULKAN is classed by the Mediterranean Shipping Register. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 February 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Cameroon
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 613991200
- Call sign: TJM0037
- Gross tonnage: 458
- Deadweight: 375 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/09/2023, Constanta (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/02/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PERSEPHONE MARINE LTD (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- Last AIS position: 41°39.1′N · 028°21.0′E · Speed 0.4 kn · received 4 October 2026 at 08:38 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VULKAN?
VULKAN is a Tug built in 1990. It is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VULKAN?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 458. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 375 metric tonnes.
Which flag does VULKAN currently fly?
VULKAN currently flies the Cameroon flag. This flag is categorized in the black band for both Paris and Tokyo MoU.
How many port-state inspections has VULKAN undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 February 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2022 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 September 2023.
What is the classification status of VULKAN?
VULKAN is classed by the Mediterranean Shipping Register. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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