TOM SCRUBY (IMO 9266396)
PUFFIN ISLAND is a Utility Vessel built in 2003 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 167 and a length overall of 26 metres. Given its dimensions and type, it is configured for specialized utility operations. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025.
- Type: Utility Vessel
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 235068193
- Call sign: 2BPK6
- Gross tonnage: 167
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Length overall: 26 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 21/08/2025, Rotterdam (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MARINE PLANT HIRE UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 54°49.6′N · 005°30.7′W · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 15:33 UTC
- Destination: Oban (GB OBA)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PUFFIN ISLAND?
PUFFIN ISLAND is classified as a Utility Vessel. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of PUFFIN ISLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 26 metres. It also features a beam of 11 metres.
What is the gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 167 metric tonnes. No deadweight tonnage is recorded for this unit.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 21 August 2025.
Where has PUFFIN ISLAND been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and East Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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