HERKULES (IMO 9171979)

HERKULES is a tug built in 1998 and flying the flag of Belize; it is in its 28th year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 210. HERKULES has been classed since 7 January 2026 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 9 July 2025. The vessel has been observed most often in the Mediterranean and Western Europe (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under three other names and five other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2025.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is HERKULES?

HERKULES is a tug built in 1998. It is in its 28th year of service.

What flag does HERKULES fly?

HERKULES flies the flag of Belize. Earlier it sailed under five other flags.

Who classes HERKULES?

HERKULES has been classed since 7 January 2026 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 9 July 2025.

How many port state control inspections has HERKULES had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2025. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2025 and no detentions.

Where does HERKULES trade?

The vessel has been observed most often in the Mediterranean and Western Europe (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under three other names and five other flags.

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