V. B. AUSTRAL (IMO 9052757)
V. B. AUSTRAL is a tug built in 1993 and flying the flag of Argentina; it is in its 33rd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 113 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 243. V. B. AUSTRAL's class with Lloyd's Register was withdrawn on 10 March 2013 by the society. The vessel has been observed most often in the east coast of South America (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and three other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Argentina
- Year built: 1993
- MMSI: 701006410
- Call sign: LW2605
- Gross tonnage: 243
- Deadweight: 113 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: COMPANIA MARITIMA AUSTRAL SA (Argentina)
- Last AIS position: 38°2.1′S · 057°31.9′W · Speed 3.9 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 14:07 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is V. B. AUSTRAL?
V. B. AUSTRAL is a tug built in 1993. It is in its 33rd year of service.
What is the deadweight of V. B. AUSTRAL?
V. B. AUSTRAL has a deadweight of 113 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 243.
What flag does V. B. AUSTRAL fly?
V. B. AUSTRAL flies the flag of Argentina. Earlier it sailed under three other flags.
Who classes V. B. AUSTRAL?
V. B. AUSTRAL's class with Lloyd's Register was withdrawn on 10 March 2013 by the society.
How many port state control inspections has V. B. AUSTRAL had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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