OCEAN SHOALBUSTER (IMO 9341196)
OCEAN SHOALBUSTER is a Tug built in 2004 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 161. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and support operations. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 235021947
- Call sign: MGLQ2
- Gross tonnage: 161
- Deadweight: 200 t
- Length overall: 26 m
- Beam: 9 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ATLANTIC TOWAGE & MARINE LTD (Ireland)
- Last AIS position: 51°19.6′N · 001°24.9′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 15:25 UTC
- Destination: Ramsgate (GB RMG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of OCEAN SHOALBUSTER?
OCEAN SHOALBUSTER is a Tug. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for OCEAN SHOALBUSTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 161.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
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 7 August 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the United Kingdom flag. It has previously operated under 1 different flag state during its history.
Where has OCEAN SHOALBUSTER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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