VB LUCA (IMO 9803833)
VB LUCA is a Tug built in 2019 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 156 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 461. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently available for this vessel. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026. It has a history involving 3 former names and has operated under 2 different flag states.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 255805280
- Call sign: CQSR
- Gross tonnage: 461
- Deadweight: 156 t
- Length overall: 29 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/02/2026
- Registered owner: BOLUDA SHIPPING NL BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: BOLUDA TOWAGE EUROPE BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 54°28.9′N · 013°35.9′E · moored · received 25 August 2026 at 23:04 UTC
- Destination: Mukran (DE MUK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VB LUCA?
VB LUCA is a Tug. It was built in 2019 and is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VB LUCA?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 461. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 156 metric tonnes.
How many inspections has VB LUCA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
What is the flag state of VB LUCA?
The vessel currently flies the Portugal (MAR) flag. Its history shows it has operated under 2 different flag states previously.
Has VB LUCA changed names before?
Yes, the vessel has a history of name changes. There are 3 former names recorded for this vessel.
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