BESS (IMO 9086382)
BESS is a Tug built in 1994 and flying the Norway flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 618 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 498, and a length overall of 36 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized support roles including escort and firefighting duties. The vessel's classification notation includes Escort(70,10 50,8), Fire fighter(I), Tug, E0, Ice(C), OILREC, and SF. It has been observed in the North Europe region over recent periods. The vessel has 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 13 September 2024.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Norway
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 259196000
- Call sign: LHHP
- Gross tonnage: 498
- Deadweight: 618 t
- Length overall: 36 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Home port: BERGEN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/09/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: BUKSER OG BERGING AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 59°3.4′N · 009°42.5′E · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 20:31 UTC
- Destination: TUG GRENLAND · ETA 21 March 2027 at 12:34 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BESS?
BESS is a Tug built in 1994. It is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of BESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 36 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 3.209 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 618 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 498.
What is the PSC inspection history for BESS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2024. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has BESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region. It currently flies the Norway flag and is registered in Bergen.
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