CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z (IMO 9334179)
CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 2008 and flying the Brazil flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,063, and a length overall of 74.9 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support and towing operations. CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the South America East Coast region. It has a history of 3 former names and has operated under 4 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 January 2024.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Brazil
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 710006848
- Call sign: PU8318
- Gross tonnage: 3063
- Deadweight: 2000 t
- Length overall: 74.9 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Home port: Rio de Janeiro
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/01/2024
- Registered owner: PLOIOKTITRIA CAPTAIN NICHOLAS (Greece)
- Ship manager: GALAXIA MARITIMA SA (Brazil)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: GALAXIA NAVEGACAO LTDA (Brazil)
- Last AIS position: 22°39.9′S · 040°14.2′W · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:31 UTC
- Destination: FPSO PETROBRAS 48 (CARATINGA FIELD)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and build year of CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z?
CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z?
The vessel has a length overall of 74.9 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.537 metres.
Which classification society maintains CAPTAIN NICHOLAS Z?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its class notations include Fire fighter(I), Supply vessel, Tug, and DPS(2).
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,063.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 January 2024. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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