SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN (IMO 9234408)
SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN is a Hopper Dredger built in 2002 and flying the France flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,150 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,332. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations within its size class. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: France
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 228160900
- Call sign: FQCF
- Gross tonnage: 8332
- Deadweight: 12150 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DRAGAGES-PORTS (France)
- Last AIS position: 47°17.0′N · 002°12.0′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 18 October 2026 at 17:49 UTC
- Destination: DREDGING OPERATION
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN?
SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,150 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,332.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the France flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its service life.
Where has SAMUEL DE CHAMPLAIN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent tracking data.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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