SEA EXPLORER (IMO 8603547)
SEA EXPLORER is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,528 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,801. At this capacity, it is configured for general cargo operations. SEA EXPLORER is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 341143002
- Call sign: V4TE6
- Gross tonnage: 3801
- Deadweight: 5528 t
- Beam: 16 m
- Home port: BASSETERRE - SKN 1005660
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 91 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 27/03/2026, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SEA EXPLORER MARITIME SA (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: WHITE STAR SHIPMANAGEMENT INC (Romania)
- Last AIS position: 44°27.8′N · 033°38.9′E · Speed 2.2 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 22:42 UTC
- Destination: Galati (RO GAL) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 05:32 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SEA EXPLORER?
SEA EXPLORER is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986. It is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,528 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,801. It features a beam of 16 metres.
Which classification society maintains SEA EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is # AUT-UMS ICE CLASS IB.
What is the engine power of SEA EXPLORER?
The main engine is rated at 2,395 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a general cargo vessel.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 73 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026. All-time records show 91 inspections since 1998 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 March 2026.
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