FRANCIS BEAUFORT (IMO 9262780)
FRANCIS BEAUFORT is a Hopper Dredger built in 2003 and flying the Luxembourg flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,900 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 13,001, and a length overall of 143 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations. The vessel is not currently listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data indicates the vessel has been active in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 4 March 2020.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Luxembourg
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 253248000
- Call sign: LXBO
- Gross tonnage: 13001
- Deadweight: 25900 t
- Length overall: 143 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/03/2020
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FLANDERS DREDGING CORP NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: DREDGING & MARITIME MANAGEMENT (Luxembourg)
- Last AIS position: 22°53.7′N · 070°7.5′E · Speed 7.4 kn · received 12 October 2026 at 05:11 UTC
- Destination: DEENDAYAL
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FRANCIS BEAUFORT?
FRANCIS BEAUFORT is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of FRANCIS BEAUFORT?
The vessel has a length overall of 143 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 13,001.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 4 March 2020.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Luxembourg flag. It has a history of operating under 4 different flag states previously.
Where has FRANCIS BEAUFORT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
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