VB TANGKAS (IMO 9731078)
VB TANGKAS is a Tug built in 2014 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 186 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 357. This small-scale vessel is designed for specialized towing and maneuvering operations. VB TANGKAS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three different names. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 564474000
- Call sign: 9V2435
- Gross tonnage: 357
- Deadweight: 186 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KST MARITIME PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°15.3′N · 103°38.6′E · Speed 0.2 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 15:19 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VB TANGKAS?
VB TANGKAS is a Tug. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VB TANGKAS?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 357. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 186 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages VB TANGKAS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VB TANGKAS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and the South East Asia region. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has VB TANGKAS undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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