LAURA BASSI (IMO 9114256)
LAURA BASSI is a Research Vessel built in 1995 and flying the Italy flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,134 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,088. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. LAURA BASSI is classed by DNV. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, Australia and New Zealand, and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 January 2025.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Italy
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 247405400
- Call sign: IBDS
- Gross tonnage: 4088
- Deadweight: 2134 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/01/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ARGO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 42°6.8′N · 011°46.1′E · Speed 6.3 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 10:27 UTC
- Destination: Civitavecchia (IT CVV)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of LAURA BASSI?
LAURA BASSI is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LAURA BASSI?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 4,088. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 2,134 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with LAURA BASSI?
The vessel is classed by DNV. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has LAURA BASSI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Australia and New Zealand region. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 25 January 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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