AI AVOCET (IMO 8611233)
AI AVOCET is a Hopper Dredger built in 1988 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 38th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,628 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,639. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations. AI AVOCET is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 30 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 1 July 2014.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 1988
- MMSI: 235118074
- Call sign: 2JQJ6
- Gross tonnage: 1639
- Deadweight: 2628 t
- Length overall: 87 m
- Beam: 12.5 m
- Home port: PORTSMOUTH - 921325
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/03/2007, Moss (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2014
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HOLCIM UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 50°49.7′N · 000°12.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 19 October 2026 at 05:20 UTC
- Destination: Shoreham-by-Sea (GB ESH)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AI AVOCET?
AI AVOCET is a Hopper Dredger built in 1988. It is currently in its 38th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for AI AVOCET?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 1,185 kW of power. This engine supports the vessel's dredging operations.
What is the dimension profile of AI AVOCET?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 12.5 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 1,639 and a deadweight tonnage of 2,628 metric tonnes.
How many inspections has AI AVOCET undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 30 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 1 July 2014.
Which classification society manages AI AVOCET?
AI AVOCET is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel carries the class notation # AUT-UMS ICE CLASS IB.
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