OCEAN VANGUARD (IMO 9062934)
OCEAN VANGUARD is a Research Vessel built in 1993 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 33rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 344 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,444, and a length overall of 56.75 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. OCEAN VANGUARD is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 1993
- MMSI: 538010990
- Call sign: V7A6420
- Gross tonnage: 1455
- Deadweight: 344 t
- Length overall: 56.75 m
- Beam: 12.5 m
- Home port: Majuro
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/11/2025
- Registered owner: RT MARINE LTD-IOM (Philippines)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: EGS MARINE CORP (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 15°24.7′N · 119°33.7′E · Speed 5.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 03:17 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN VANGUARD?
OCEAN VANGUARD is a Research Vessel built in 1993. It is currently in its 33rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN VANGUARD?
The vessel has a length overall of 56.75 metres and a beam of 12.5 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.351 metres.
Which classification society maintains OCEAN VANGUARD?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification notation is E0 and its status is Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has OCEAN VANGUARD been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Indian Ocean and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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