STRAIT EXPLORER (IMO 8023096)
STRAIT EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1982 and flying the Canada flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 393 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 753, and a length overall of 40 metres. This size and configuration are characteristic of specialized research craft used for coastal or regional scientific operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the North America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Canada
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 316254000
- Call sign: VOFG
- Gross tonnage: 753
- Deadweight: 393 t
- Length overall: 40 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SUPERPORT MARINE SERVICES LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 47°33.4′N · 052°42.5′W · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 13:58 UTC
- Destination: ST JOHN'S
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of STRAIT EXPLORER?
STRAIT EXPLORER is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the dimensions of STRAIT EXPLORER?
The vessel has a length overall of 40 metres and a beam of 11 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 753 and a deadweight of 393 metric tonnes.
What is the flag status of STRAIT EXPLORER?
The vessel currently flies the Canada flag. This flag is categorized within the white band of the Paris Memorandum of Understanding.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has STRAIT EXPLORER been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent tracking data.
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