NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION (IMO 8966456)
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION 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 gross tonnage of 630. Given its size and classification, it is configured for specialized passenger operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed in the North America West Coast and Middle America and Gulf of Mexico 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 30 April 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1982
- MMSI: 366396000
- Call sign: WUR9646
- Gross tonnage: 630
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/04/2026
- Registered owner: SPEX SEA LION (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 46°25.5′N · 117°2.6′W · Speed 3.7 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:28 UTC
- Destination: CLARKSTON
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION?
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 1982 and has been in service for 44 years.
What is the gross tonnage of this vessel?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 630. There is no deadweight tonnage recorded for this specific unit.
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 PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 April 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
What is the flag state of NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SEA LION?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state.
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