BIMINI CAT (IMO 8982515)
BIMINI CAT is a Landing Craft built in 1977 and flying the Togo flag, placing it in its 49th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 185 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 187, and a length overall of 36 metres. This small-scale vessel is configured for landing craft operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. BIMINI CAT has operated under one former name and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026.
- Type: Landing Craft
- Flag: Togo
- Year built: 1977
- MMSI: 671082100
- Call sign: 5VGA2
- Gross tonnage: 187
- Deadweight: 185 t
- Length overall: 36 m
- Beam: 9 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BIMINI SHIPPING LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 25°48.2′N · 079°43.6′W · Speed 8.2 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 07:29 UTC
- Destination: BS,SLC
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BIMINI CAT?
BIMINI CAT is a Landing Craft. It was built in 1977 and is currently in its 49th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BIMINI CAT?
The vessel has a length overall of 36 metres. It also features a beam width of 9 metres.
What is the flag status of BIMINI CAT?
The vessel currently flies the Togo flag. It is categorized in the black band for both the Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 March 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has BIMINI CAT been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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