HELEN (IMO 8862260)
HELEN is a Research Vessel built in 1981 and flying the Kazakhstan flag, placing it in its 45th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 122. Given its small displacement and specialized type, it is configured for specific research-oriented operations. HELEN is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has not been recorded as an IACS member. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2012, the most recent on 28 July 2012. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state during its service history.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Kazakhstan
- Year built: 1981
- MMSI: 436000085
- Call sign: UQG
- Gross tonnage: 122
- Deadweight: 17 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2012
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KAZAKH AGENCY OF APPLIED (Kazakhstan)
- Last AIS position: 44°32.9′N · 050°15.0′E · Speed 3.6 kn · received 5 May 2026 at 13:48 UTC
- Destination: Aktau (AAU) (KZ AAU)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HELEN?
HELEN is classified as a Research Vessel. It was built in 1981 and is currently in its 45th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HELEN?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 122 metric tonnes. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 17 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with HELEN?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has HELEN undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2012, the most recent on 28 July 2012.
What is the flag state of HELEN?
HELEN currently flies the Kazakhstan flag. The vessel's history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state previously.
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