STRAIT HUNTER (IMO 7208455)
STRAIT HUNTER is a Research Vessel built in 1972 and flying the Canada flag, placing it in its 54th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,008 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,035. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized research operations. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 15 May 2015.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Canada
- Year built: 1972
- MMSI: 316020186
- Call sign: XJAW
- Gross tonnage: 1035
- Deadweight: 1008 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2015
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SUPERPORT MARINE SERVICES LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 47°33.6′N · 052°42.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 09:28 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of STRAIT HUNTER?
STRAIT HUNTER is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1972 and is currently in its 54th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for STRAIT HUNTER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 1,035. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,008 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the Canada flag. It has previously operated under 2 different flag states during its history.
Where has STRAIT HUNTER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This area is part of its recent geographic operational profile.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 15 May 2015.
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