VB ZEEBRUGGE (IMO 8915483)
VB ZEEBRUGGE is a tug built in 1992 and flying the flag of the United Kingdom; it is in its 34th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 196 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 249. VB ZEEBRUGGE's class with Bureau Veritas was withdrawn on 21 November 2025 when the vessel was sold for recycling. The vessel has been observed most often in Western Europe (latest area report: September 2025). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2012, the most recent on 30 January 2019.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 232025841
- Call sign: MGPA5
- Gross tonnage: 249
- Deadweight: 196 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/01/2019
- Registered owner · Ship manager: URS BELGIE NV (Belgium)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is VB ZEEBRUGGE?
VB ZEEBRUGGE is a tug built in 1992. It is in its 34th year of service.
What is the deadweight of VB ZEEBRUGGE?
VB ZEEBRUGGE has a deadweight of 196 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 249.
What flag does VB ZEEBRUGGE fly?
VB ZEEBRUGGE flies the flag of the United Kingdom. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes VB ZEEBRUGGE?
VB ZEEBRUGGE's class with Bureau Veritas was withdrawn on 21 November 2025 when the vessel was sold for recycling.
How many port state control inspections has VB ZEEBRUGGE had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2012, the most recent on 30 January 2019.
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