FULMAR EXPLORER (IMO 9418860)
FULMAR EXPLORER is a Research Vessel built in 2009 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,061, and a length overall of 81 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. FULMAR EXPLORER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 210328000
- Call sign: 5BKQ5
- Gross tonnage: 5061
- Deadweight: 3000 t
- Length overall: 81 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: SEABIRD EXPLORATION VESSELS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEABIRD EXPLORATION NORWAY AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 1°19.4′S · 006°43.1′W · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 22:27 UTC
- Destination: Luanda (AO LAD) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 06:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FULMAR EXPLORER?
FULMAR EXPLORER is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of FULMAR EXPLORER?
The vessel has a length overall of 81 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 5,061 and a deadweight of 3,000 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages FULMAR EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FULMAR EXPLORER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. This area is part of its recent operational profile.
What is the PSC inspection history for FULMAR EXPLORER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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