CATHAY 17 (IMO 9277149)
CATHAY 17 is a Tug built in 2002 and flying the Indonesia flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 137 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 147. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. CATHAY 17 is classed by DNV. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Indonesia
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 525018309
- Call sign: YDA4940
- Gross tonnage: 147
- Deadweight: 137 t
- Length overall: 22 m
- Beam: 8 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BORNEO HARAPAN SENTOSA (Indonesia)
- Last AIS position: 1°5.3′N · 103°54.7′E · under way · received 20 August 2026 at 02:56 UTC
- Destination: Samarinda, Kalimantan (ID SRI) · ETA 30 August 2026 at 11:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CATHAY 17?
CATHAY 17 is a Tug. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CATHAY 17?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 147. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 137 metric tonnes.
Which flag does CATHAY 17 fly?
The vessel currently flies the Indonesia flag. Its history shows it has operated under 2 different flags previously.
What is the classification status of CATHAY 17?
The vessel is classed by DNV. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has CATHAY 17 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
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