SOUTHERN NOVA (IMO 9554585)
SOUTHERN NOVA is an Offshore Support Vessel built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,124 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,938. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. SOUTHERN NOVA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South East Asia, and South Asia. It has previously operated under five different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026.
- Type: Offshore Support Vessel
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 636025234
- Call sign: 5LWL7
- Gross tonnage: 4938
- Deadweight: 2124 t
- Length overall: 82 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 17/12/2024, Batam (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VELKYNS LTD (Mexico)
- Last AIS position: 37°54.3′S · 144°54.5′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 14:42 UTC
- Destination: Melbourne (AU MEL)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOUTHERN NOVA?
SOUTHERN NOVA is an Offshore Support Vessel. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOUTHERN NOVA?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 4,938. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,124 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SOUTHERN NOVA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOUTHERN NOVA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and Australia and New Zealand. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 April 2026. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2015 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 17 December 2024.
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