ASKOLD (IMO 9344875)
ASKOLD is a Tug built in 2005 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 184 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 498. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance duties. ASKOLD is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 2 February 2020.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 273310710
- Call sign: UCSZ
- Gross tonnage: 498
- Deadweight: 184 t
- Length overall: 36 m
- Beam: 12.82 m
- Home port: Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/02/2020
- Registered owner: SOYUZFLOT PORT LLC (Russia)
- Ship manager: TRANSCARGO LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 60°20.1′N · 028°42.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 28 April 2026 at 16:00 UTC
- Destination: Primorsk (RU PRI)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASKOLD?
ASKOLD is a Tug built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the engine specifications for ASKOLD?
The vessel is powered by two Caterpillar Motoren GmbH & CO KG 6M 25 engines. These engines were constructed in Germany in 2004.
What are the dimensions of ASKOLD?
The vessel has a beam of 12.82 metres and a draught of 4.42 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 498.
How many inspections has ASKOLD undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 2005, the most recent on 2 February 2020.
What is the flag and MoU status of ASKOLD?
ASKOLD currently flies the Russia flag. It is listed in the grey band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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