GLANFORD (IMO 8205383)
GLANFORD is a Hopper Dredger built in 1982 and flying the Belize flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,660. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations within its size class. No classification society or IACS membership is recorded for this vessel. Recent observation data places the vessel in the Mediterranean Sea and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and six different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 January 2026.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Belize
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 312686000
- Call sign: V3VH4
- Gross tonnage: 1660
- Deadweight: 2000 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FORD DREDGING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SAROZA INC (Bulgaria)
- Last AIS position: 7°4.0′N · 116°56.3′E · Speed 1.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 07:11 UTC
- Destination: Tawau, Sabah (MY TWU) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 04:17 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GLANFORD?
GLANFORD is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GLANFORD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,660.
Where has GLANFORD been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
How many port-state inspections has GLANFORD undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 January 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of GLANFORD?
The vessel currently flies the Belize flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under six different flag states.
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