PACIFIC PORPOISE (IMO 9503421)
PACIFIC PORPOISE is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 2011 and flying the Vanuatu flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,529 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,329, and a length overall of 58 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. PACIFIC PORPOISE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 5 inspections are on file since 2013, the most recent on 11 March 2023.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 577007000
- Call sign: YJQA5
- Gross tonnage: 1329
- Deadweight: 1529 t
- Length overall: 57.5 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Home port: Port Vila
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/03/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TIDEWATER OFFSHORE OPERATIONS
- ISM manager: AL WASL MARINE LLC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 26°29.2′N · 050°12.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 16:13 UTC
- Destination: TANAJIB PORT
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PACIFIC PORPOISE?
PACIFIC PORPOISE is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PACIFIC PORPOISE?
The vessel has a length overall of 58 metres and a beam of 14 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 1,329 and a deadweight of 1,529 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages PACIFIC PORPOISE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 5 inspections are on file since 2013, the most recent on 11 March 2023.
Where has PACIFIC PORPOISE been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently flies the Vanuatu flag and is subject to USCG targeting.
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