GULDEN LEEUW (IMO 5085897)
GULDEN LEEUW is a Research Vessel built in 1937 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 89th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 487 and does not have a recorded deadweight tonnage. Given its classification, it is a specialized small-scale vessel used for scientific or survey operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. Recent geographic observations include West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under three different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 June 2025.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 1937
- MMSI: 246709000
- Call sign: PCBH
- Gross tonnage: 487
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/06/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: P&T CHARTERS (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 50°4.3′N · 003°1.6′W · Speed 7.0 kn · under way under sail · received 7 October 2026 at 05:51 UTC
- Destination: Villagarcía de Arosa (ES VIL) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GULDEN LEEUW?
GULDEN LEEUW is classified as a Research Vessel. It was built in 1937 and is currently in its 89th year of service.
What are the gross tonnage specifications?
The vessel has a recorded gross tonnage of 487. There is no deadweight tonnage listed in the current technical data.
Where has GULDEN LEEUW been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and the North America East Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 June 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of GULDEN LEEUW?
The vessel currently flies the Netherlands flag. Its operational history includes a total of 3 former flag states.
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