DISCOVERER (IMO 7623928)
DISCOVERER is a Research Vessel built in 1980 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 46th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,375 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,747. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized scientific or survey operations. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 20 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 15 August 2019.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1980
- Call sign: C6CZ2
- Gross tonnage: 2747
- Deadweight: 1375 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/08/2019
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SINOPEC OFFSHORE OILFIELD SERV (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of DISCOVERER?
DISCOVERER is classified as a Research Vessel. It was built in 1980 and is currently in its 46th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for DISCOVERER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 2,747. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,375 metric tonnes.
Where has DISCOVERER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and East Asia. It has also been active in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 20 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 15 August 2019.
What is the flag status of DISCOVERER?
The vessel currently flies the Bahamas flag. This flag is categorized within the white band for both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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