SANDPIPER 1 (IMO 8359043)
SANDPIPER 1 is a Pipe-Layer built in 2008 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,228 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 16,348, and a length overall of 120 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized subsea pipe-laying operations. SANDPIPER 1 is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and North Europe over recent periods. It has a history of operating under three former names and three former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2024.
- Type: Pipe-Layer
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 256162000
- Call sign: 9HA5721
- Gross tonnage: 16348
- Deadweight: 14228 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/03/2024
- Registered owner: TOG MOR TRANSPORT CHARTERING (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: ALLSEAS ENGINEERING BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 1°12.6′N · 103°47.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 10 October 2026 at 20:11 UTC
- Destination: BUKOM
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SANDPIPER 1?
SANDPIPER 1 is a Pipe-Layer vessel. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SANDPIPER 1?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 16,348.
Which classification society covers SANDPIPER 1?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2024. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has SANDPIPER 1 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the regions of South East Asia and North Europe. It currently operates under the Malta flag.
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