POLAR MAX (IMO 9161924)
POLAR MAX is a Tug built in 1997 and flying the Norway flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 285 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 360. This vessel is configured for specialized towing and support operations. POLAR MAX is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region over recent periods. It has a history of operating under four different flags and has been known by four former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 January 2024.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Norway
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 259036100
- Call sign: 3YCL
- Gross tonnage: 360
- Deadweight: 285 t
- Length overall: 30 m
- Beam: 9.85 m
- Home port: SANDNESSJOEN -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/01/2024
- Registered owner: SPAREBANK 1 FINANS NORD-NORGE (Norway)
- Ship manager: NORTUGS AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 67°41.7′N · 015°50.6′E · Speed 2.8 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 10 October 2026 at 16:59 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of POLAR MAX?
POLAR MAX is a Tug built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for POLAR MAX?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 2,900 kW of power. This power rating supports its operational requirements as a tug.
What is the dimension profile of POLAR MAX?
The vessel has a reported beam of 9.85 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 360 and a deadweight tonnage of 285.
How has POLAR MAX performed in port inspections?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 January 2024. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What is the classification of POLAR MAX?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current class notation is + AUT-UMS with a status of Reassigned.
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