SMILE VIP
2018 Tân Viễn Đông 18m VR-Class High-Speed Dive & Passenger Vessel
Built 2018 | Commissioned 2020
For Sale | Nha Trang, Vietnam | USD 420,000
SMILE VIP is a professionally built, Vietnam Register–classed high-speed passenger vessel currently configured as a fully operational commercial dive charter platform.
Purpose-built by Cty TNHH TM Tân Viễn Đông (Vietnam) in 2018 and placed into commercial service in 2020, she is designed for reliable coastal operations with strong passenger capacity, efficient cruising speeds, and full onboard dive support capability.
For dive resort operators in Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, or Thailand, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a revenue-ready 18-metre platform without the long lead times and build risk associated with new construction.
Principal Specifications
Builder: Tân Viễn Đông Trading Co., Ltd (Vietnam)
Year Built: 2018
Commissioned: 2020
Classification: VRH HSC FRP / VRM HSC (Vietnam Register)
Length Overall: 17.97 m
Beam: 4.13 m
Draft: 1.0 m
Hull Material: FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic)
Gross Tonnage (GT): 25
Capacity: 3 crew + 19 passengers
Operating Zone: Coastal (SB)
Location: ANA Marina, Nha Trang, Vietnam
Certified as a high-speed passenger vessel and currently holding valid technical and environmental certification through February 2026.
Commercial Dive & Charter Capability
SMILE VIP has been operating as a professional diving and fishing charter vessel and is fully configured for commercial dive resort support:
Spacious aft working deck designed for diver staging
Storage capacity for up to 20 tanks
18 aluminium diving cylinders included
BAUER Mariner 200 onboard air compressor (200 L/min fill rate)
Stern-mounted tender boat for diver drop-offs and support
8 electric reel power outlets (convertible for additional equipment use)
Her layout supports efficient diver rotations, rapid tank refilling, and safe embarkation/disembarkation — ideal for:
Daily dive charters
Multi-site dive transfers
Resort shuttle operations
Liveaboard feeder operations
Snorkel and eco-tourism excursions
Performance & Operating Efficiency
Powered by twin commercial-grade Yanmar diesels:
2 × YANMAR 6CXBM-GT
508 HP each (approx. 1,016 HP combined)
Engine Nos: 4826 / 4827
Port Hours: 2,920 hrs
Starboard Hours: 3,780 hrs
The additional starboard hours reflect low-RPM compressor operation rather than high-speed running, resulting in reduced mechanical stress.
Cruising Speed: 12–15 knots
Maximum Speed: 20 knots
Fuel Consumption: Approx. 100–120 L/hour at cruise
This performance profile is well suited for:
Island-hopping dive routes (Philippines / Indonesia)
Inter-island resort transfers (Thailand)
High-frequency daily dive operations (Vietnam coastal routes)
Professional Navigation Suite
Commercial-grade helm configuration including:
FURUNO GP-7000F GPS Plotter & Fish Finder
FURUNO FCV-588 Fish Finder
FURUNO 1835 Radar
FURUNO NAVnet vx2 Integrated Display
MAROL AP35 Autopilot
Full offshore navigation capability suitable for coastal and nearshore commercial operations.
Safety, Certification & Compliance
SMILE VIP is certified under Vietnam Register High-Speed Craft regulations and includes:
24 adult life jackets
2 child life jackets
2 life rafts
4 lifebuoys
Fixed and portable fire suppression systems
CO₂ extinguishers
Bilge pumping systems
Oil-water separator tank
Sewage holding tank
Waste containment systems
Deck pump-out connection
Certified passenger capacity: 19 persons
This regulatory foundation provides a strong base for:
Re-flagging within ASEAN markets
Export and re-registration
Continued commercial operation in Vietnam
Strategic Value for Dive Resort Operators
For established or expanding dive operators, this vessel offers:
Immediate Revenue Generation
No refit required — compressor, tanks, safety gear and navigation systems already installed.
Proven Commercial Design
Originally registered as a high-speed passenger vessel, giving structural and regulatory robustness beyond typical leisure conversions.
Regional Flexibility
Well suited for:
Vietnam coastal tourism expansion
Philippine island chains
Indonesian archipelago operations
Thai Andaman and Gulf dive markets
Cost Advantage vs New Build
Replacement cost for an 18m VR-classed HSC vessel of this specification would be significantly higher today, with 12–18 month build timelines.
Asking Price
USD 420,000 (Negotiable)
Turn-key commercial dive charter vessel, fully operational and available for inspection in Nha Trang.