MESSICO (IMO 9421180)
MESSICO is a Tug built in 2007 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 300 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 698. This vessel is configured for specialized harbor and coastal support operations. MESSICO is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously sailed under one former name and operated under two earlier flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2015, the most recent on 19 January 2015.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 247226800
- Call sign: IIFT2
- Gross tonnage: 698
- Deadweight: 300 t
- Length overall: 36 m
- Beam: 13.6 m
- Home port: ALGECIRAS - 503568
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/01/2015
- Registered owner · Ship manager: RIMORCHIATORI RIUNITI SPA (Italy)
- ISM manager: RIMORCHIATORI RIUNITI GENOVA (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 36°7.7′N · 005°26.1′W · Speed 7.4 kn · moored · received 27 May 2026 at 11:31 UTC
- Destination: Algeciras (ES ALG)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MESSICO?
MESSICO is a Tug. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for MESSICO?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine that provides 5,280 kilowatts of power. This power rating supports its operational requirements as a tug.
What is the beam of the vessel?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 13.6 metres. This dimension is part of its physical profile alongside a gross tonnage of 698.
How many PSC inspections has MESSICO undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2015, the most recent on 19 January 2015.
Which classification society manages MESSICO?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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