FIREFLY (IMO 9550723)
FIREFLY is a Landing Craft built in 2010 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,320 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,097. Given its landing craft configuration and tonnage, it is designed for specialized coastal or littoral operations. FIREFLY is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the East Africa region. It has previously operated under five different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2025.
- Type: Landing Craft
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 341663001
- Call sign: V4AT6
- Gross tonnage: 1097
- Deadweight: 1320 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/05/2025
- Registered owner: KELLVALE HOLDINGS LTD (Kenya)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALPHA LOGISTICS SERVICES EPZ (Kenya)
- Last AIS position: 12°50.6′S · 040°40.5′E · Speed 3.8 kn · received 24 August 2026 at 10:50 UTC
- Destination: Pemba (MZ POL) · ETA 24 August 2026 at 21:40 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FIREFLY?
FIREFLY is a Landing Craft. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FIREFLY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,320 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,097.
Which classification society manages FIREFLY?
FIREFLY is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has FIREFLY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the East Africa region. It currently flies the flag of St.Kitts and Nevis.
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