MINTAKA I is a Research Vessel built in 1978 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 386 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 473. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized scientific or survey operations. MINTAKA I is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 March 2026.
MINTAKA I is a Research Vessel built in 1978. It is currently in its 48th year of service.
The vessel has a beam of 9.52 metres and a gross tonnage of 473. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 386 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notations include ICE CLASS IC and DYNAPOS DP1.
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 592 kW of power. This power rating supports its specialized research vessel functions.
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 March 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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