VB MALABATA (IMO 9344629)
VB MALABATA is a tug built in 2007 and flying the flag of Morocco; it is in its 19th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 160 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 289. VB MALABATA's class history points to Bureau Veritas, with the last class renewal survey on 6 January 2022; the current class status is not confirmed. The vessel has been observed most often in the Mediterranean (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under two other names and one other flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2016, the most recent on 30 December 2016.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Morocco
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 242905000
- Call sign: CNA4277
- Gross tonnage: 289
- Deadweight: 160 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/12/2016
- Registered owner: BOLUDA TANGER MED (Morocco)
- Ship manager: BOLUDA FRANCE SAS (France)
- Last AIS position: 35°53.9′N · 005°29.4′W · Speed 2.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 18:00 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is VB MALABATA?
VB MALABATA is a tug built in 2007. It is in its 19th year of service.
What is the deadweight of VB MALABATA?
VB MALABATA has a deadweight of 160 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 289.
What flag does VB MALABATA fly?
VB MALABATA flies the flag of Morocco. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes VB MALABATA?
VB MALABATA's class history points to Bureau Veritas, with the last class renewal survey on 6 January 2022; the current class status is not confirmed.
How many port state control inspections has VB MALABATA had?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2016, the most recent on 30 December 2016.
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