LIFE SUPPORT (IMO 9250206)
LIFE SUPPORT is a Research Vessel built in 2002 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 800 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,350. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. LIFE SUPPORT is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 352001404
- Call sign: HOA7461
- Gross tonnage: 1350
- Deadweight: 800 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: PRUA ROSSA SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 42°42.9′N · 009°44.6′E · Speed 8.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 11:58 UTC
- Destination: ITCAT · ETA 13 October 2026 at 17:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of LIFE SUPPORT?
LIFE SUPPORT is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LIFE SUPPORT?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 1,350. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 800 metric tonnes.
Which flag does LIFE SUPPORT fly?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under three different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for LIFE SUPPORT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
Where has LIFE SUPPORT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area listed in its recent movement data.
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