MARION DUFRESNE (IMO 9050814)
MARION DUFRESNE is a Research Vessel built in 1995 and flying the USCG target flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,900 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,403, and a length overall of 120 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently recorded for this vessel. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 8 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 21 June 2013. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: France (RIF)
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 227235000
- Call sign: FNIN
- Gross tonnage: 9403
- Deadweight: 4900 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/06/2013
- Registered owner: MD II GIE (France)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LD ARMATEURS SAS (France)
- Last AIS position: 20°56.4′S · 055°17.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC
- Destination: Le Port (RE LPT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MARION DUFRESNE?
MARION DUFRESNE is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the dimensions of MARION DUFRESNE?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres. It also features a beam of 24 metres.
What is the tonnage capacity of this vessel?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,900 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,403.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 8 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 21 June 2013.
Has the vessel changed names or flags?
The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state. It has also undergone 3 ownership changes throughout its history.
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