BRITOIL DEFENDER is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 2012 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,048 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,161, and a length overall of 76 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support and supply operations. BRITOIL DEFENDER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026.
BRITOIL DEFENDER is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 76 metres and a beam of 17 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 3,161.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the Singapore Strait. It currently flies the flag of Tuvalu.
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