PUTFORD DEFENDER (IMO 9298985)
PUTFORD DEFENDER is an Offshore Supply Ship built in 2004 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,315 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,784, and a length overall of 61 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. PUTFORD DEFENDER is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2018, the most recent on 1 July 2018.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 232017303
- Call sign: MDPO3
- Gross tonnage: 1784
- Deadweight: 2315 t
- Length overall: 61 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2018
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NORTH STAR SOUTH LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 54°2.0′N · 001°7.1′E · Speed 5.9 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 12:42 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PUTFORD DEFENDER?
PUTFORD DEFENDER is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of PUTFORD DEFENDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 61 metres and a beam of 17 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 1,784 and a deadweight tonnage of 2,315 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains PUTFORD DEFENDER?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2018, the most recent on 1 July 2018.
What is the flag state and MoU status of PUTFORD DEFENDER?
The vessel currently flies the United Kingdom flag. It is categorized within the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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