MATUA (IMO 9320972)
MATUA is a tug built in 2006 and flying the flag of the United States; it is in its 20th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 95 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 291, and a length overall of 26 metres. MATUA has been classed since 25 July 2024 by the American Bureau of Shipping, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 21 July 2026. The vessel has been observed most often in Pacific waters off New Guinea and South East Asia (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under two other names and two other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 June 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 367796180
- Call sign: WDJ6281
- Gross tonnage: 291
- Deadweight: 95 t
- Length overall: 26 m
- Beam: 10 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SAIPAN MARINE CORP (Guam)
- Last AIS position: 12°7.6′N · 130°52.3′E · Speed 8.1 kn · received 28 July 2026 at 21:48 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MATUA?
MATUA is a tug built in 2006. It is in its 20th year of service.
What is the deadweight of MATUA?
MATUA has a deadweight of 95 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 291. It measures 26 metres overall.
What flag does MATUA fly?
MATUA flies the flag of the United States. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes MATUA?
MATUA has been classed since 25 July 2024 by the American Bureau of Shipping, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 21 July 2026.
How many port state control inspections has MATUA had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 June 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
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