VIRGO 29 (IMO 9576612)
VIRGO 29 is a Tug built in 2010 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 102 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 149. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance duties. VIRGO 29 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2010, the most recent on 30 August 2010.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 533170212
- Call sign: 9WPR2
- Gross tonnage: 149
- Deadweight: 102 t
- Beam: 7.32 m
- Home port: KUCHING - 334813
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/08/2010
- Registered owner · Ship manager: PWL FREIGHT SERVICE SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 5°1.1′N · 115°4.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · received 10 October 2026 at 22:06 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VIRGO 29?
VIRGO 29 is a Tug vessel. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of VIRGO 29?
The vessel has a beam of 7.32 metres. It reports a deadweight tonnage of 102 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 149.
What is the engine power of VIRGO 29?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine that provides 970 kW of power. This specification supports its operational requirements as a tug.
Where has VIRGO 29 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Makassar Strait and the Singapore Strait. These locations are key maritime transit areas.
How many inspections has VIRGO 29 undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2010, the most recent on 30 August 2010.
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