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NANTICOKE

Towing Vessel · Built 2000s · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Other hulls named NANTICOKE · VANE LINE BUNKERING, INC. operator of record, 2023

NANTICOKE is a 2004 towing vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 33 inspections since 2005, most recently in April 2026, along with 12 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 6 casualty investigations between 2005 and 2012.

Records from 2005 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 9 April 2026.

Built
2004
Last inspected
9 April 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Inspections
33
Deficiencies
12 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
6 investigations · 2005–2012
Inspected with
3 other vessels

Identity

US Official No.
1165463
IMO number
8987163 View on MarineTraffic leaves Maury; a third-party site, nothing from it is stored here
Call sign
WDC4353
MISLE id
731283
Flag
UNITED STATES
MMSI
367023480
Maury page id
psix-731283

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations17
…administrative events3
…with no type recorded13
Years with a record 17 calendar years (2005–2026)
The 33 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Towing Vessel class in Maury's sources begin in 1980.

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)94.8 ft × 34.0 ft × 14.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 98 / net 67
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)94.8 ft × 34.0 ft × 14.3 ft
ITC tonnagegross 327 / net 98
BuilderTHOMA-SEA BOAT BUILDERS INC · HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES · built 2004
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portBALTIMORE, MD
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 14 November 2025 · expires 31 October 2026
Service, as the file records itTowing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it327 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
98 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
98 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
67 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.

Radio station licence

WDC4353MMSI 367023480 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 17 December 2024, expires 10 March 2035
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown. A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.

Inspected as a tow unit · 3

The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.

DOUBLESKIN 506 Tank Barge · MISLE 1026185 · 14 April 2012 · activity 4294874DOUBLE SKIN 57 Tank Barge · MISLE 670861 · 19 July 2009 · activity 3541269DOUBLE SKIN 51 Tank Barge · MISLE 583567 · 3 December 2008 · activity 3374401

Inspection history · 33

9 April 2026 Annual Inspection · Vessel Attendance
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8328821
22 August 2025 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8215727
13 May 2025 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8133468
22 April 2025 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8117155
13 January 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8062858
30 April 2024 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7903773
23 May 2023 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7694681
24 August 2022 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7547754
4 May 2022 Initial Certification · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7451677
17 November 2021 In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7356455
24 January 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6895696
17 July 2017 Industry Initiated Exam · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6211854
20 June 2014 MTSA Verification · Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4894066
22 February 2014 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4803947
14 April 2012 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4286466
14 April 2012 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4294874
30 December 2011 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4217769
7 July 2011 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4072926
21 October 2010 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC CAPSTAN (WYTL 65601) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3888786
24 February 2010 Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC CLEAT (WYTL 65615) · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3686481
31 July 2009 Industry Initiated Exam
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3551797
29 July 2009 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3549339
27 July 2009 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3548181
19 July 2009 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3541269
19 July 2009 Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3542388
13 June 2009 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3504851
3 December 2008 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3374401
19 December 2007 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Station Philadelphia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3119809
12 October 2006 MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2799301
22 June 2006 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2688091
1 September 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2547736
16 June 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2407886
19 April 2005 Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 2337699

Deficiency record · 12

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Remote Means of control (opening,pumps,ventilation,etc.) Machinery spaces
Issued 9 April 2026 Resolved
To stop the flow of fuel in the event of a fire or break in the fuel line, a remote fuel shutoff valve must be fitted on any fuel line that supplies fuel directly to a propulsion engine or generator prime mover. The remote fuel shut-off lever was inoperable. 46 CFR 143.260(b)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 9 April 2026
Resolution: Witnessed proper operation of remote fuel shut off.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 9 April 2026 Resolved
If the OCMI deems it necessary, he or she may direct the vessel to get underway. Due to the fuel shut off lever the vessel was unable to get underway to conduct tests of propulsion machinery and MOB drills. 46 CFR 136.212
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 9 April 2026
Resolution: Witnessed drills underway and inspected machinery.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 22 August 2025 Resolved
Each towing vessel must have a means to monitor and control the amount of thrust, rudder angle, and (if applicable) direction of thrust, at each operating station. Vessels port main engine will not receive signals from any operating station. Operator/owner must provide technician report identifying problem and resolution. Vessel is to not depart until CG can witness and test equipment to the satisfaction of attending inspector. 46CFR143.225(a)
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 22 August 2025
Resolved 22 August 2025
Resolution: Attended vessel to verify deficiency correction
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 13 May 2025 Resolved
CONDUCT REPAIRS ON P/S KORT NOZZLES, P/S KORT NOZZLE MOUNTING BOXES. UTILIZE PRESSURIZED AIR AT APPROX 1.5-2.2 PSI TO ENSURE PROPER REAPIRS AND WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY ON KORT NOZZLES AND BOXES IN PRESSENCE OF MI.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 May 2025
Resolution: Colonna SY Norfolk Va completed all required repairs to P/S Kort nozzles and mounting box structures. Tested and inspected in presence of MIs. All sat.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Towing vessels must be equipped with the following equipment: illuminated magnetic compass. Illumination for magnetic compass not functional. *Prior to night-time ops*
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 May 2022
Resolved 7 July 2022
Resolution: Magnetic compass light now working properly to the satisfaction of the attending CG Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Fire detection equipment must be maintained in accordance with the attached nameplate and manufacturer's design manual. Backup batteries to be replaced every 3 years per manufacturer's instructions. Batteries labeled as installed in 2015, and thus overdue for replacement.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 25 May 2022
Resolved 26 May 2022
Resolution: Attending MI sighted new back-up batteries installed for the fire detection system.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Machinery systems must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and persons onboard. Oil leak and accumulation of oil underneath port MDE.
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 25 May 2022
Resolved 7 July 2022
Resolution: It is reported that port engineer determined that leak was from the oil drain line system for oil changes. Valve has been adjusted and tightened. CG MI observed sea trial with no evidence of new oil leakage.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Electrical systems must be maintained to provide for safe operation of the towing vessel and safety of persons onboard under normal and emergency conditions. Vent distribution panel door does not latch closed.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 June 2022
Resolved 7 July 2022
Resolution: New latch was installed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with an industrial type first aid kit. Various supplies in first aid kit found expired.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 June 2022
Resolved 26 May 2022
Resolution: Attending MI sighted new first aid kit provided onboard with various equipment in-date.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
All fire detection systems onboard the vessel must be inspected or tested at least once every 12 months as prescribed in paragraphs (a)(1) through (8) of this section. All smoke and fire-detection systems, including detectors and alarms, must be tested. No records available of inspection/testing of fixed fire detection system within past 12 months.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 8 June 2022
Resolved 7 July 2022
Resolution: Received objective evidence via email stating that fire detection system had been tested and found satisfactory.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Embarkation arrangement survival craft
Issued 25 May 2022 Resolved
Survival craft must be stowed in accordance with the requirements of 199.130 of this chapter, as far as practicable on existing towing vessels. A survival craft that weighs 407.8 lbs or less may be lifted not more than 1 foot in order to launch. Each liferaft must be arranged to permit it to drop into the water from the deck on which it is stowed. Current liferaft stowage/launching arrangements does not meet these requirements. Owner/operator to provide a proposal to the OCMI for modification and timeframe.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 25 June 2022
Resolved 24 August 2022
Resolution: Operator provided video of satisfactory test launch of liferaft. The fixed rail was provided with a hinged gate arrangement that acts like a slide/ramp, allowing the liferaft to roll off and clear the bulwarks and land straight into the water.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Gear/Clutch Starter (electric)
Issued 19 July 2009 Resolved
Tug lost propulsion while transiting through Hempstead Harbor. Tug was pushing one certificated barge, empty with residuals ahead. Diagnose the cause of the loss of propulsion and make necessary repairs prior to getting underway. Submit a technicians report.
Due 19 July 2009
Resolved 20 July 2009
Resolution: Received technicians report #1250907. Technician found several wires on the ECM that were chaffed and causing a short between the bridge controls and the starboard main engine. Repairs were conducted satisfactory.

Casualty record · 6

16 June 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2407886
3 December 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3374401
13 June 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3504851
19 July 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3541269
27 July 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3548181
14 April 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4294874
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.