KING RIVER (IMO 9683207)
KING RIVER is a tug built in 2016 and flying the flag of Australia; it is in its 10th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 287 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 266. KING RIVER has been classed since 16 July 2021 by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by RINA, was on 21 June 2023. The vessel has been observed most often in Australian and New Zealand waters, as well as South East Asia (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under three other names and two other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 November 2023.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 503168590
- Call sign: VZAW
- Gross tonnage: 266
- Deadweight: 287 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/11/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SEA SWIFT PTY LTD (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 12°27.5′S · 130°51.0′E · at anchor · received 21 August 2026 at 00:14 UTC
- Destination: Darwin (AU DRW)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is KING RIVER?
KING RIVER is a tug built in 2016. It is in its 10th year of service.
What is the deadweight of KING RIVER?
KING RIVER has a deadweight of 287 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 266.
What flag does KING RIVER fly?
KING RIVER flies the flag of Australia. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes KING RIVER?
KING RIVER has been classed since 16 July 2021 by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by RINA, was on 21 June 2023.
How many port state control inspections has KING RIVER had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 November 2023. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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