TNS BNR (IMO 9141479)
TNS BNR is a Tug built in 1996 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 162 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 362, and a length overall of 35 metres. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. TNS BNR is classed by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait, and South East Asia. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2024.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 440074000
- Call sign: DSEH2
- Gross tonnage: 362
- Deadweight: 162 t
- Length overall: 35 m
- Beam: 9 m
- Home port: BUSAN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · Technical manager: B&R SHIPPING LINE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 34°50.1′N · 128°49.6′E · Speed 3.1 kn · received 10 October 2026 at 14:02 UTC
- Destination: Kwangyang (KR KWA) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TNS BNR?
TNS BNR is a Tug vessel built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the dimensions of TNS BNR?
The vessel has a length overall of 35 metres and a beam of 9 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 362.
What is the engine specification for TNS BNR?
The main engine is a 2D: 4 SA 8 CY type. It is rated at a power output of 8 kilowatts.
Where has TNS BNR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2024. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
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