SABAWANGSA NO. 1608 (IMO 9131890)
SABAWANGSA NO. 1608 is a Tug built in 1996 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 184 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 199. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. SABAWANGSA NO. 1608 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 27 April 2010.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 533130860
- Call sign: 9WCM8
- Gross tonnage: 199
- Deadweight: 184 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/08/2009, Ho Chi Minh City (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/04/2010
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SABAWANGSA SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 53°11.6′N · 000°54.5′E · Speed 1.5 kn · received 9 August 2026 at 01:45 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SABAWANGSA NO. 1608?
SABAWANGSA NO. 1608 is a Tug. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SABAWANGSA NO. 1608?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 199. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 184 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SABAWANGSA NO. 1608?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 27 April 2010.
What is the flag state of SABAWANGSA NO. 1608?
The vessel currently flies the Malaysia flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state previously.
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