CHIEF (IMO 9188582)
CHIEF is a Tug built in 1999 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 366 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. There is no classification society or IACS membership data available for this vessel in the current records. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 366764740
- Call sign: WCX2047
- Gross tonnage: 366
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VESSEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES (USA)
- ISM manager: CROWLEY MARINE SERVICES INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 47°35.4′N · 122°21.0′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 17 October 2026 at 21:40 UTC
- Destination: Seattle (US SEA) · ETA 9 December 2026 at 15:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is CHIEF?
CHIEF is a Tug. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of CHIEF?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 366. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
How many inspections has CHIEF undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Has the vessel's name or flag changed?
Yes, the vessel has one recorded former name. It has also operated under one former flag state previously.
What is the flag of CHIEF?
CHIEF currently flies the United States of America flag. This vessel has undergone 3 ownership changes during its operational history.
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