NRC GUARDIAN (IMO 8978497)
NRC GUARDIAN is a Pollution Control Vessel built in 1980 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 46th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 170 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 212. Given its specific type and tonnage, it is configured for specialized environmental response and pollution control operations. The vessel is classed by Other, though it is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the North America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Pollution Control Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1980
- MMSI: 303197000
- Call sign: WBZ9145
- Gross tonnage: 212
- Deadweight: 170 t
- Length overall: 34 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Registered owner: OSRV HOLDINGS INC (USA)
- Ship manager: NATIONAL RESPONSE CORP (USA)
- Last AIS position: 40°38.8′N · 074°7.2′W · Speed 0.0 kn · received 11 October 2026 at 06:03 UTC
- Destination: Staten Island (US UYU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NRC GUARDIAN?
NRC GUARDIAN is a Pollution Control Vessel. It was built in 1980 and is currently in its 46th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NRC GUARDIAN?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 212. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 170 metric tonnes.
Which flag does NRC GUARDIAN fly?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. Its history shows it has operated under one former flag state.
Where has NRC GUARDIAN been observed?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This is the primary geographic area listed in its recent movement data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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