BOLD EXPLORER (IMO 8835085)
BOLD EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1989 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 799 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,914. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized scientific or survey operations.
BOLD EXPLORER is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 April 2026.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 311001260
- Call sign: C6GJ2
- Gross tonnage: 1914
- Deadweight: 799 t
- Beam: 13.11 m
- Home port: NASSAU - 7001540
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: RT MARINE LTD-IOM (Philippines)
- ISM manager: EGS MARINE CORP (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 9°25.7′S · 147°6.5′E · Speed 5.8 kn
- Destination: Port Moresby (PG POM) · ETA 2026-10-08T00:58:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOLD EXPLORER?
BOLD EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of BOLD EXPLORER?
The vessel has a beam of 13.11 metres and a gross tonnage of 1,914. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 799 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BOLD EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is # AUT-UMS ICE CLASS IC - HULL.
Where has BOLD EXPLORER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for BOLD EXPLORER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 April 2026. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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