VB CHEETAH (IMO 9454876)
VB CHEETAH is a Tug built in 2009 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 484 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. VB CHEETAH is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 September 2024.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 232057491
- Call sign: MRBI9
- Gross tonnage: 484
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Length overall: 32 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/09/2024
- Registered owner: VB CHEETAH BV (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: BOLUDA TOWAGE LONDON LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: BOLUDA TOWAGE UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 51°30.3′N · 000°31.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 01:39 UTC
- Destination: Thamesford (CA THA) · ETA 26 March 2027 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is VB CHEETAH?
VB CHEETAH is a Tug. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of VB CHEETAH?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 484. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
Which classification society covers VB CHEETAH?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VB CHEETAH been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 September 2024. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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