NORTHERN EXPLORER (IMO 8606460)
NORTHERN EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1987 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,072. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. NORTHERN EXPLORER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South America East Coast, and South Asia 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; 13 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 1 February 2017.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1987
- Call sign: 3EAR9
- Gross tonnage: 3072
- Deadweight: 1000 t
- Length overall: 76 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/10/2005, Cork (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/02/2017
- Registered owner: SANA NAVIGATION CO LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEABIRD EXPLORATION CYPRUS LTD (Cyprus)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORTHERN EXPLORER?
NORTHERN EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1987. It is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 3,072. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,000 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NORTHERN EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and the South America East Coast. These locations represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for NORTHERN EXPLORER?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 13 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 1 February 2017.
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