ALPHA CRUCIS (IMO 7319008)
ALPHA CRUCIS is a Research Vessel built in 1974 and flying the Brazil flag, placing it in its 52nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 940 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 972. Given its specialized type and size, it is configured for specific scientific or survey operations. ALPHA CRUCIS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed operating in the South America East Coast region. It has previously operated under three different flags and has been registered under one former name. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2010, the most recent on 16 March 2011.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Brazil
- Year built: 1974
- MMSI: 710000435
- Call sign: PQ3082
- Gross tonnage: 972
- Deadweight: 940 t
- Length overall: 64 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2011
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FAPESP (Brazil)
- ISM manager: SAO PAULO UNIVERSIDADE (Brazil)
- Last AIS position: 22°49.9′S · 043°5.8′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 28 September 2026 at 11:00 UTC
- Destination: GUANABARA BAY TERMINALS
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ALPHA CRUCIS?
ALPHA CRUCIS is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1974 and is currently in its 52nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ALPHA CRUCIS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 940 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 972.
Which classification society maintains ALPHA CRUCIS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ALPHA CRUCIS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast region. This area is its primary recent geographic area of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2010, the most recent on 16 March 2011.
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