VB ROMAN (IMO 9207106)
VB ROMAN is a Tug built in 1999 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 140 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 228. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. The vessel operates with a classification notation of + AUT-UMS IAQ-1. It has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. The vessel has a history involving 3 former names and 2 former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2020, the most recent on 10 August 2020.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 232029748
- Call sign: MIBM9
- Gross tonnage: 228
- Deadweight: 140 t
- Beam: 9.1 m
- Home port: HULL - 177164
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/08/2020, Valletta (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2020
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BOLUDA TOWAGE SMS LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 54°37.3′N · 001°9.1′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 21:47 UTC
- Destination: T0WAGE OPS
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VB ROMAN?
VB ROMAN is a Tug built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for VB ROMAN?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 2,520 kW of power. This power rating supports its operational requirements as a tug.
What is the dimension of VB ROMAN?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 9.1 metres. Specific length overall and draught measurements are not currently provided in the technical data.
How has VB ROMAN performed in PSC inspections?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2020, the most recent on 10 August 2020.
What is the flag and MoU status of VB ROMAN?
The vessel flies the United Kingdom flag. It is currently assigned to the white band in both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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