TNS DEFENDER

IMO 9381160MMSI 352003533Call sign HOA5675

113 km SE of Gobo Wakayama, Japan

Last seen

33.3352° N, 136.1904° E

33.3352° N, 136.1904° E

Speed2.8kn
Course137°
DestinationBusan
StatusUnderway

Voyage

Destination
Busan, South KoreaAIS: KRPUS
Speed
2.8 kn
Course
137°
Heading
227°
Status
Underway (engine)
Position
33.3352° N, 136.1904° E
Last report
28 Aug 2026, 02:30 UTC
Nearest port
Gobo Wakayama113 km SE of the port

Particulars

IMO
9381160
MMSI
352003533
Call sign
HOA5675
Type
TugAIS type 52
Length
50 m
Beam
13 m
Draught
4.0 m

Not broadcast: ETA.

About TNS DEFENDER

TNS DEFENDER (IMO 9381160, MMSI 352003533) is a tug registered in Panama. It is 50 m long and 13 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 28 Aug 2026 at 02:30 UTC, placed it 113 km SE of Gobo Wakayama, Japan. It was moving at 2.8 knots on a course of 137°. The crew reported Busan, South Korea as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is TNS DEFENDER now?

TNS DEFENDER was last reported 113 km SE of Gobo Wakayama, Japan on 28 Aug 2026 at 02:30 UTC. It was moving at 2.8 knots on a course of 137°.

What type of ship is TNS DEFENDER?

TNS DEFENDER is a tug. It is 50 m long and 13 m wide.

What is the IMO and MMSI number of TNS DEFENDER?

The MMSI of TNS DEFENDER is 352003533. Its IMO number is 9381160. Its call sign is HOA5675.

What flag does TNS DEFENDER fly?

TNS DEFENDER sails under the flag of Panama (PA).

Where is TNS DEFENDER going?

TNS DEFENDER reported its destination as Busan, South Korea (AIS destination “KRPUS”).

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