KENFORD (IMO 8821826)
KENFORD is a Hopper Dredger built in 1990 and flying the Belize flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 2,172 metric tonnes. Given its specific type and tonnage, it is configured for specialized dredging operations. No classification society or IACS membership information is currently available for this vessel. Recent maritime observations place the vessel in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and along the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under five different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Belize
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 312678000
- Call sign: V3BE2
- Gross tonnage: 2172
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MIAFAN BUSINESS LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SAROZA INC (Bulgaria)
- Last AIS position: 32°40.2′N · 009°41.5′W · Speed 7.5 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 21:55 UTC
- Destination: Valletta (MT MLA) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 17:08 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KENFORD?
KENFORD is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 1990 and is currently in its 36th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of KENFORD?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 2,172 metric tonnes. No deadweight tonnage is recorded for this unit.
Where has KENFORD been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
How many inspections has KENFORD undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2025. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
How many former flags has the vessel flown?
KENFORD has operated under 5 different flag states throughout its history. It has also been registered under 2 former names.
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