SOCAR (IMO 9107320)
SOCAR is a tug built in 1994 and flying the flag of Georgia; it is in its 32nd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 287 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 359. SOCAR has been classed since January 2024 by the Black Sea Shipping Register, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by PRS, was on 31 October 2019. The vessel has been observed most often in the Mediterranean (latest area report: July 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and four other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 10 November 2009.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Georgia
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 213498000
- Call sign: 4LUH2
- Gross tonnage: 359
- Deadweight: 287 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/09/2008, Saint petersburg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/11/2009
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BLACK SEA TERMINAL LLC (Georgia)
- Last AIS position: 42°16.5′N · 041°38.3′E · Speed 1.2 kn · under way · received 20 June 2026 at 09:04 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SOCAR?
SOCAR is a tug built in 1994. It is in its 32nd year of service.
What is the deadweight of SOCAR?
SOCAR has a deadweight of 287 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 359.
What flag does SOCAR fly?
SOCAR flies the flag of Georgia. Earlier it sailed under four other flags.
Who classes SOCAR?
SOCAR has been classed since January 2024 by the Black Sea Shipping Register, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by PRS, was on 31 October 2019.
How many port state control inspections has SOCAR had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 10 November 2009.
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