GRAMPIAN CONTENDER (IMO 9319246)
GRAMPIAN CONTENDER is a Standby-Safety Vessel built in 2006 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 488 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,125, and a length overall of 48 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized standby and safety operations. GRAMPIAN CONTENDER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 January 2025.
- Type: Standby-Safety Vessel
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 235010520
- Call sign: MLDZ6
- Gross tonnage: 1125
- Deadweight: 488 t
- Length overall: 48 m
- Beam: 12 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/01/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NORTH STAR SHIPPING ABERDEEN (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 61°16.2′N · 001°16.4′E · Speed 3.1 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 15:53 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GRAMPIAN CONTENDER?
GRAMPIAN CONTENDER is a Standby-Safety Vessel. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GRAMPIAN CONTENDER?
The vessel has a length overall of 48 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 1,125 and a deadweight of 488 metric tonnes.
Which classification society covers GRAMPIAN CONTENDER?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 21 January 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the United Kingdom flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its service history.
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