NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD (IMO 8966444)
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 1982 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 44th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 130 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 630. This small-scale passenger vessel is configured for specialized regional operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the North America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast regions. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 366892350
- Call sign: WAK8004
- Gross tonnage: 630
- Deadweight: 130 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner: SPEX SEA BIRD (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 46°11.2′N · 123°7.5′W · Speed 6.8 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 08:07 UTC
- Destination: PIER 2 ASTORIA
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD?
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA BIRD is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1982 and is currently in its 44th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 630. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 130 metric tonnes.
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
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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