BOTNICA is an Icebreaker built in 1998 and flying the Estonia flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,890 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,370, and a length overall of 96.7 metres. This specialized vessel is designed for ice-breaking operations in demanding maritime environments. The vessel's classification notation includes Icebreaker DK(+) DYNPOS(AUTRO) E0 HELDK HL(1.8) Ice(10) PC(4) RP(S) SF. It has been observed in North Europe, North America East Coast, and West Europe over recent periods. BOTNICA 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 3 November 2025.
BOTNICA is an Icebreaker built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 96.7 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.5 metres.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,890 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,370.
The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe. It has also been recorded near the North America East Coast.
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 November 2025. All-time records show 20 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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