VIKING REACH is a Research Vessel built in 2009 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,372 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,398, and a length overall of 85.3 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research and offshore operations. VIKING REACH is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), 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 been registered under six former names and has operated under 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 18 July 2026.
VIKING REACH is a Research Vessel built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 85.3 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.82 metres.
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
The vessel has been registered under six different former names. It has also operated under three different flag states during its career.
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