PROTECTOR (IMO 9233997)
PROTECTOR is a Research Vessel built in 2001 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,700 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,131. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. There is no recorded IACS membership for this vessel. It has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. The vessel has operated under two former names and two former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 3 May 2011.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 235086758
- Call sign: GXRK
- Gross tonnage: 5131
- Deadweight: 3700 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/05/2011
- Registered owner · Ship manager: UNITED KINGDOM GOVT MOD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 54°35.3′N · 001°11.2′W · under way · received 23 June 2026 at 12:32 UTC
- Destination: Teesport (GB TEE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of PROTECTOR?
PROTECTOR is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2001 and is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PROTECTOR?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 5,131. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,700 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the United Kingdom flag. It has operated under two different flags earlier in its history.
How many inspections has PROTECTOR undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 9 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 3 May 2011.
Where has PROTECTOR been observed recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area recorded in its recent movement data.
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