FRANCIS VU (IMO 8981975)
FRANCIS VU is a Fishing Vessel built in 2002 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 245 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. Due to its specific classification and size, it operates within the commercial fishing sector. The vessel is currently classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. No recent geographic observation data is available for this vessel in the current dataset. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Fishing Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 367735690
- Call sign: WDD3595
- Gross tonnage: 245
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FRANCIS VU INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 29°44.3′N · 093°52.9′W · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 04:31 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is FRANCIS VU?
FRANCIS VU is a Fishing Vessel. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of FRANCIS VU?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 245. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
What is the flag status of FRANCIS VU?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. It is categorized in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names throughout its history. It has also operated under 4 different flags previously.
Has the vessel been subject to PSC inspections?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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