VORTEX VANGUARD (IMO 9477024)
VORTEX VANGUARD is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 2010 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,058 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,301. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. VORTEX VANGUARD is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2013, the most recent on 2 October 2013.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 576465000
- Call sign: YJQG8
- Gross tonnage: 2301
- Deadweight: 2058 t
- Length overall: 70 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/10/2013
- Registered owner: VORTEX OFFSHORE INC (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VORTEX MARITIME SERVICES DMCC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 25°16.1′N · 055°15.4′E · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 10 October 2026 at 01:22 UTC
- Destination: DMC PORT
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VORTEX VANGUARD?
VORTEX VANGUARD is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VORTEX VANGUARD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,058 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,301.
Which classification society manages VORTEX VANGUARD?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VORTEX VANGUARD been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent observation data.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2013, the most recent on 2 October 2013.
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