SKOVEN (IMO 8621408)
SKOVEN is a Standby-Safety Vessel built in 1959 and flying the Denmark (DIS) flag, placing it in its 67th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 344, and a length overall of 41.87 metres. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized standby and safety operations. SKOVEN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the broader North Europe, West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 August 2026.
- Type: Standby-Safety Vessel
- Flag: Denmark (DIS)
- Year built: 1959
- MMSI: 219020398
- Call sign: OWOY2
- Gross tonnage: 344
- Deadweight: 200 t
- Length overall: 41.87 m
- Beam: 8.41 m
- Home port: HVIDE SANDE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/10/2005, Stavanger (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SKOVEN SURVEY APS (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 54°23.5′N · 018°40.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 07:09 UTC
- Destination: Gdansk (PL GDN)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SKOVEN?
The vessel has a length overall of 41.87 metres and a beam of 8.41 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 3.2 metres.
Who is the classification society for SKOVEN?
SKOVEN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel currently holds a Reinstated status with the notation E0 Ice(C).
What is the capacity of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 344.
How many inspections has SKOVEN undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 August 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 10 October 2005.
Where has SKOVEN been operating?
The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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