OCEAN CHALLENGER (IMO 9085209)
OCEAN CHALLENGER is a Tug built in 1994 and flying the Ireland flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 430 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 543, and a length overall of 35.11 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized support and utility roles. The vessel's classification notation includes Fire fighter(Capability) Tug E0 OILREC. It has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2025.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Ireland
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 250004312
- Call sign: EISG9
- Gross tonnage: 543
- Deadweight: 430 t
- Length overall: 35.11 m
- Beam: 10.8 m
- Home port: SKIBBEREEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/07/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ATLANTIC TOWAGE & MARINE LTD (Ireland)
- Last AIS position: 51°39.1′N · 009°54.5′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 02:12 UTC
- Destination: CTB
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN CHALLENGER?
OCEAN CHALLENGER is a Tug built in 1994. It is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a length overall of 35.11 metres and a beam of 10.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.02 metres.
What is the capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 430 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 543.
Where has OCEAN CHALLENGER been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It is currently registered with the home port of Skibbereen.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 July 2025. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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