FREEDOM (IMO 8998186)
FREEDOM is a tug built in 2005 and flying the flag of the United States; it is in its 21st year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 178 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 235. FREEDOM has been classed since 16 November 2005 by the American Bureau of Shipping, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 6 August 2025. The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 367052130
- Call sign: WDC6155
- Gross tonnage: 235
- Deadweight: 178 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2026
- Registered owner: TAMPA TUGS TWO LLC (USA)
- Ship manager: MARINE TOWING OF TAMPA LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 30°40.1′N · 088°2.0′W · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 13:38 UTC
- Destination: LMR
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is FREEDOM?
FREEDOM is a tug built in 2005. It is in its 21st year of service.
What is the deadweight of FREEDOM?
FREEDOM has a deadweight of 178 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 235.
What flag does FREEDOM fly?
FREEDOM flies the flag of the United States. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes FREEDOM?
FREEDOM has been classed since 16 November 2005 by the American Bureau of Shipping, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 6 August 2025.
How many port state control inspections has FREEDOM had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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