DURABLE (IMO 9242376)
DURABLE is a Cable-Layer built in 2002 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,096 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 12,184. This specialized vessel is configured for cable-laying operations. DURABLE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2025.
- Type: Cable-Layer
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 538001648
- Call sign: V7DI8
- Gross tonnage: 12184
- Deadweight: 10096 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/08/2025
- Registered owner: TYCO DURABLE INC (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TRANSOCEANIC CABLE SHIP CO LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 33°2.1′S · 071°37.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 02:22 UTC
- Destination: Valparaiso (CL VAP)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of DURABLE?
DURABLE is a specialized Cable-Layer. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for DURABLE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,096 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,184.
Which classification society manages DURABLE?
DURABLE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has DURABLE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for DURABLE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2025. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
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