GELENDZHIK (IMO 8826230)
GELENDZHIK is a Research Vessel built in 1989 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,592 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,504, and a beam of 16.03 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. Classification is provided by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 14 September 2009.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 273434310
- Call sign: UFII
- Gross tonnage: 4504
- Deadweight: 1592 t
- Length overall: 104 m
- Beam: 16.03 m
- Home port: Novorossiysk
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/09/2009
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: YUZHMORGEOLOGIYA JSC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 42°53.8′N · 132°21.6′E · Speed 0.2 kn · received 30 June 2026 at 22:14 UTC
- Destination: Vladivostok (RU VVO)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GELENDZHIK?
GELENDZHIK is a Research Vessel built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GELENDZHIK?
The vessel has a beam of 16.03 metres and a draught of 5.81 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 4,504 metric tonnes.
What engine specifications does the vessel have?
The vessel is equipped with two 2576 Mark 6CHN 40/46 OM4 main engines. These engines were constructed in the USSR.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 14 September 2009.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent areas of operation.
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