BRITOIL DEFIANCE (IMO 9761188)
BRITOIL DEFIANCE is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship built in 2024 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,349 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,437, and a length overall of 73 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. BRITOIL DEFIANCE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025.
- Type: Offshore Tug/Supply Ship
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 572680220
- Call sign: T2AP6
- Gross tonnage: 3437
- Deadweight: 2349 t
- Length overall: 73 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: BRITOIL OFFSHORE SERVICES PTE
- Last AIS position: 40°53.1′N · 028°33.2′E · Speed 5.4 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 16 October 2026 at 18:44 UTC
- Destination: Tekirdag (TEK) (TR TEK) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BRITOIL DEFIANCE?
BRITOIL DEFIANCE is an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. It was built in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of BRITOIL DEFIANCE?
The vessel has a length overall of 73 metres and a beam of 17 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 3,437.
Which classification society manages BRITOIL DEFIANCE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BRITOIL DEFIANCE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These locations represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for BRITOIL DEFIANCE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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