TAIAROA (IMO 9647423)
TAIAROA is a tug built in 2014 and flying the flag of New Zealand; it is in its 12th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 150 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 250. TAIAROA's class with Lloyd's Register was withdrawn on 28 September 2015 by the society. The vessel has been observed most often in Australian and New Zealand waters (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: New Zealand
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 512004499
- Call sign: ZMU6863
- Gross tonnage: 250
- Deadweight: 150 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: OTAGO PORT LTD (New Zealand)
- Last AIS position: 45°48.9′S · 170°37.5′E · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 18 September 2026 at 10:54 UTC
- Destination: Otago Harbour (NZ ORR) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 19:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is TAIAROA?
TAIAROA is a tug built in 2014. It is in its 12th year of service.
What is the deadweight of TAIAROA?
TAIAROA has a deadweight of 150 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 250.
What flag does TAIAROA fly?
TAIAROA flies the flag of New Zealand. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes TAIAROA?
TAIAROA's class with Lloyd's Register was withdrawn on 28 September 2015 by the society.
How many port state control inspections has TAIAROA had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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