F. G. WALTON SMITH (IMO 8964501)
F. G. WALTON SMITH is a Research Vessel built in 2000 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 330 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. This specialized vessel is configured for research operations within its specific service niche. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 367020910
- Call sign: WCZ6292
- Gross tonnage: 330
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MIAMI UNIVERSITY (USA)
- Last AIS position: 25°43.9′N · 080°9.7′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 21:20 UTC
- Destination: VIRGINIA_KEY · ETA 5 December 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of F. G. WALTON SMITH?
F. G. WALTON SMITH is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for F. G. WALTON SMITH?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 330. It reports a deadweight tonnage of 0.
Where has F. G. WALTON SMITH been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag and MoU status of the vessel?
The vessel flies the United States of America flag. It is currently listed in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
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