ZARAPITO

ZARAPITO (IMO: 9644158) is a Cargo vessel sailing under the Brazil flag. It has an overall length of 292 feets and a beam of 52 feets.

Vessel Identification

• MMSI: 710000815
• IMO: 9644158
• Call Sign: PPTW
• Flag: Brazil
• Vessel Type: Tug
• AIS Type: Tug

Specification

• Gross Tonnage: 493 GT
• Deadweight: 450 DWT
• Length Overall: 40.2 m
• Beam: 12.8 m
• Draft: 5.8 m
• Year Built: 2013

Propulsion

• Propulsion Type: Azimuth Stern Drive (ASD)
• Bollard Pull: approximately 70 tonnes
• Engine Configuration: Twin diesel engines
• Propellers: Twin azimuthing thrusters

Shipyard

• Builder: Wilson Sons Estaleiros
• Country of Build: Brazil
• Year Delivered: 2013

Owner/Operator

• Owner: Wilson Sons Rebocadores
• Operator: Wilson Sons Rebocadores
• Country: Brazil
• Home Port: Brazil

Navigation/Communications Equipment

• AIS Class: Class A
• GMDSS: Fitted
• VHF Radio: Fitted
• Radar: Fitted

Operating Region

• Primary Region: South America
• Country of Operation: Brazil
• Operational Waters: Brazilian coastal and port waters, including Santos and surrounding port complexes

Vessel Description

ZARAPITO is an ASD (Azimuth Stern Drive) harbor and coastal tug built in Brazil by Wilson Sons Estaleiros and operated by Wilson Sons Rebocadores, one of Brazil's largest towage and port service companies. The vessel is designed for harbor assistance, escort towage, and coastal towing operations. As an ASD tug, she is equipped with azimuthing thrusters providing exceptional maneuverability in confined port environments. She operates primarily within Brazilian port complexes, supporting vessel berthing, unberthing, and escort operations. The Wilson Sons fleet is a key component of maritime logistics infrastructure along the Brazilian coast.