PAUL (IMO 9005819)
PAUL is a tug built in 1992 and flying the flag of Italy; it is in its 34th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 170 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 232. PAUL's class history points to the Registro Italiano Navale, with the last class renewal survey on 19 January 2026; the current class status is not confirmed. The vessel has been observed most often in the Mediterranean (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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 June 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 247155000
- Call sign: ITLP
- Gross tonnage: 232
- Deadweight: 170 t
- Beam: 8.5 m
- Home port: NAPOLI - Reg. Int. 570
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SOMAT SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 37°17.0′N · 013°31.9′E · Speed 9.2 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 21:29 UTC
- Destination: Porto Empedocle (IT PEM)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is PAUL?
PAUL is a tug built in 1992. It is in its 34th year of service.
What is the deadweight of PAUL?
PAUL has a deadweight of 170 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 232.
What flag does PAUL fly?
PAUL flies the flag of Italy. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes PAUL?
PAUL's class history points to the Registro Italiano Navale, with the last class renewal survey on 19 January 2026; the current class status is not confirmed. Its class notation is TPF (kN) 461.
How many port state control inspections has PAUL had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 June 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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