ENDEAVOR (IMO 7604300)
ENDEAVOR is a Research Vessel built in 1976 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 50th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 784. Given its specific configuration, it is designed for specialized scientific research operations. ENDEAVOR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the North America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 April 2026.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1976
- MMSI: 303471000
- Call sign: WCE5063
- Gross tonnage: 784
- Deadweight: 50 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY (USA)
- Last AIS position: 25°57.9′N · 097°21.6′W · Speed 6.9 kn · received 17 March 2026 at 22:32 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ENDENAVOR?
ENDEAVOR is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1976 and is currently in its 50th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ENDENAVOR?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 784 metric tonnes. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 50 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with ENDENAVOR?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has ENDENAVOR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
How many PSC 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 1 April 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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