TANGIER SOUND (IMO 8967527)
TANGIER SOUND is an Offshore Supply Ship built in 2001 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 876 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 703. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. The vessel has operated under three former flags and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 368433060
- Call sign: WDQ5265
- Gross tonnage: 703
- Deadweight: 876 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ALPHA VESSELCO LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 37°49.7′N · 076°16.7′W · Speed 2.3 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 22:08 UTC
- Destination: Norfolk (US ORF) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 12:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of TANGIER SOUND?
TANGIER SOUND is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TANGIER SOUND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 876 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 703.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the flag of the United States of America. It has previously operated under 3 different flags during its history.
Where has TANGIER SOUND been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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