HUB 21 (IMO 9616333)
HUB 21 is a tug built in 2012 and flying the flag of Malaysia; it is in its 14th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 252 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 296. HUB 21 has been classed since 13 July 2023 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ClassNK, was on 15 April 2022. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the Java Sea (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2025.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 533170036
- Call sign: 9WLH2
- Gross tonnage: 296
- Deadweight: 252 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2025
- Registered owner: PATIMICO SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Ship manager: HIGHLINE SHIPPING SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 10°43.2′N · 106°45.5′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way under sail · received 15 October 2026 at 05:14 UTC
- Destination: SURATTANI
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is HUB 21?
HUB 21 is a tug built in 2012. It is in its 14th year of service.
What is the deadweight of HUB 21?
HUB 21 has a deadweight of 252 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 296.
What flag does HUB 21 fly?
HUB 21 flies the flag of Malaysia. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes HUB 21?
HUB 21 has been classed since 13 July 2023 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by ClassNK, was on 15 April 2022.
How many port state control inspections has HUB 21 had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2025. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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