VAN CASTLE (IMO 9657430)
VAN CASTLE is a Tug built in 2012 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 114 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 161. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized harbor or coastal towing operations. No classification society or IACS membership is currently recorded for this vessel. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 440014570
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 161
- Deadweight: 114 t
- Home port: PYEONGTAEK
- Registered owner · Ship manager · Technical manager: HEUNG HAE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 36°59.2′N · 126°44.8′E · Speed 9.5 kn · received 16 August 2026 at 03:00 UTC
- Destination: Pyeongtaek-Dangjin (PTK) (KR PTK) · ETA 29 September 2026 at 05:25 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VAN CASTLE?
VAN CASTLE is a Tug. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for VAN CASTLE?
The vessel is equipped with a 2D: 4 SA 6 CY main engine. This engine provides a power output of 6 kilowatts.
What is the tonnage of VAN CASTLE?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 161. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 114 metric tonnes.
Where has VAN CASTLE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. Its registered home port is Pyeongtaek.
How many PSC inspections has VAN CASTLE undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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