HAN A 501 (IMO 8979764)
HAN A 501 is a Tug built in 2003 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 180 and has no recorded deadweight tonnage. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. HAN A 501 has been registered under two former names and has operated under three different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2018, the most recent on 27 April 2018.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 440012800
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 180
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Length overall: 126 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/04/2018
- Last AIS position: 35°9.2′N · 129°8.1′E · received 11 August 2026 at 12:29 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HAN A 501?
HAN A 501 is a Tug vessel. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the gross tonnage specifications for HAN A 501?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 180. There is no deadweight tonnage recorded for this specific unit.
Where has HAN A 501 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in its recent movement data.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2018, the most recent on 27 April 2018.
What is the flag history of HAN A 501?
The vessel currently flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. Its operational history includes a total of 3 former flag states.
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