NORDIC EXPLORER (IMO 8517449)
NORDIC EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1986 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,861. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. NORDIC EXPLORER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 14 May 2019.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 311778000
- Call sign: C6TU3
- Gross tonnage: 3861
- Deadweight: 1000 t
- Beam: 14.5 m
- Home port: NASSAU - 8000849
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2019
- Registered owner: BERGEN OFFSHORE INC (Turkey)
- Ship manager: NEGMAR TEKNIK GEMI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 60°23.6′N · 005°10.7′E · Speed 7.7 kn · received 5 December 2024 at 10:07 UTC
- Destination: Bergen (NO BGO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORDIC EXPLORER?
NORDIC EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1986. It is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for NORDIC EXPLORER?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 3,957 kW of power. This power rating supports its specialized research vessel functions.
What is the dimension profile of NORDIC EXPLORER?
The vessel has a recorded beam of 14.5 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 3,861 and a deadweight tonnage of 1,000.
How has NORDIC EXPLORER performed in PSC inspections?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 12 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 14 May 2019.
Which classification society manages NORDIC EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes ICE CLASS IA and HELIDECK status.
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