DISCOVERER (IMO 8806747)
DISCOVERER is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1989 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 635, a gross tonnage of 6,158, and a beam of 15.6 metres. This vessel is configured for passenger operations within specific regional trades. DISCOVERER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the West Africa/West Europe corridor over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been registered under five different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 255917286
- Call sign: CQ2915
- Gross tonnage: 6158
- Deadweight: 635 t
- Beam: 15.6 m
- Home port: MADEIRA - 1175M
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 88 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 15/05/2026, Caen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NORDIC TOKYO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager: NORDIC CRUISE MANAGEMENT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 53°34.1′N · 008°33.3′E · moored · received 24 September 2026 at 11:19 UTC
- Destination: Bremerhaven (DE BRV)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DISCOVERER?
DISCOVERER is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1989 and is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for DISCOVERER?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 4,500 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a passenger vessel.
What are the dimensions of DISCOVERER?
The vessel has a beam of 15.6 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 6,158 and a deadweight tonnage of 635.
How many inspections has DISCOVERER undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026. All-time records show 88 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 15 May 2026.
What is the classification of DISCOVERER?
DISCOVERER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel carries the ICE CLASS IC notation and has a status of Delivered.
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