TARCOOLA
- Vessel Type: Towing/Tug
- MMSI: 503480000
- IMO: 9316452
- Call sign: VHLN
TARCOOLA (IMO: 9316452) is a Towing/Tug vessel sailing under the Australia flag.
TARCOOLA position reported at 04/15/2026 23:22:16 UTC:
Latitude: 146.362613, Longitude 146.362613 longitude
Visited ports: Devonport, Burnie, Cairns
TARCOOLA
Vessel Identification
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | Tarcoola |
| MMSI | 503480000 |
| IMO Number | 9316452 |
| Call Sign | VHLN |
| Flag State | Australia |
| Vessel Type | General Cargo Ship |
Specifications
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Gross Tonnage (GT) | 2,586 |
| Deadweight Tonnage (DWT) | 2,270 |
| Length Overall (LOA) | 82.0 m |
| Beam | 14.8 m |
| Draft | 4.8 m |
| Year Built | 2005 |
Propulsion
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Diesel |
| Service Speed | approx. 10 knots |
Shipyard
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Country of Build | China |
| Year Delivered | 2005 |
Owner / Operator
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Operator | Searoad Shipping / SeaLink Marine & Tourism |
| Registered Owner | Searoad Shipping |
| Home Port | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
Operating Region
- Primary Route: Bass Strait, Australia
- Ports of Call: Melbourne (Victoria) and Devonport / Burnie (Tasmania)
- Operational Waters: Australian coastal waters, specifically the Bass Strait corridor
- AIS Region: PACIFIC / Australian Coastal Zone
Vessel Description
TARCOOLA is an Australian-flagged general cargo vessel operating primarily on the Bass Strait route between the Australian mainland (Melbourne, Victoria) and Tasmania (Devonport/Burnie). The vessel is operated by Searoad Shipping, a well-established Australian short-sea shipping company providing regular freight services across Bass Strait.
The vessel is a purpose-built short-sea coastal cargo ship suited to the demanding sea conditions of Bass Strait, which is known for its variable and often rough weather conditions. Tarcoola supports the supply chain between mainland Australia and Tasmania, carrying general and unitised freight critical to Tasmanian commerce and industry.
Data Notice: This profile is compiled from publicly available maritime databases (including IMO GISIS, MarineTraffic, and Vessel Finder). Some specification fields may vary slightly between sources. Users requiring certified vessel particulars should consult the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) or official ship registry documentation.