FRANCIA (IMO 9163740)
FRANCIA is a Tug built in 1997 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 289 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 347. This vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. The vessel operates with classification notation + FFQ-1 + IAQ-1 TPF (kN) 598,5. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2014, the most recent on 19 June 2014.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 247219000
- Call sign: IYBP
- Gross tonnage: 347
- Deadweight: 289 t
- Beam: 10.2 m
- Home port: GENOVA - 3859
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/06/2014
- Registered owner · Ship manager: RIMORCHIATORI SALERNO (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 40°40.3′N · 014°44.4′E · under way · received 2 October 2026 at 16:26 UTC
- Destination: Salerno (IT SAL) · ETA 16 November 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FRANCIA?
FRANCIA is a Tug built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for FRANCIA?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 3,360 kW of power. This power output supports its operational requirements as a tug.
What are the dimensions of FRANCIA?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 10.2 metres. Specific length overall and draught measurements are not provided in the current dataset.
How many PSC inspections has FRANCIA undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2014, the most recent on 19 June 2014.
Where has FRANCIA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Italian flag and is registered to the home port of Genova.
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