NORBE VIII (IMO 9562568)
NORBE VIII is a Drilling Ship built in 2011 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,852 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 67,821, and a length overall of 238 metres. This vessel is configured as a ship-shaped drilling unit for offshore operations.
NORBE VIII is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 311028400
- Call sign: C6YB4
- Gross tonnage: 67821
- Deadweight: 75852 t
- Length overall: 238 m
- Beam: 41.8 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Registered owner: NORBE EIGHT GMBH (Brazil)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: FORESEA SA (Brazil)
- Last AIS position: 22°31.2′S · 040°3.6′W · Speed 0.1 kn
- Destination: MARLIM · ETA 2026-09-19T08:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORBE VIII?
NORBE VIII is a Drilling Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NORBE VIII?
The vessel has a length overall of 238 metres and a beam of 41.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.03 metres.
Which classification society maintains NORBE VIII?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Ship-shaped Drilling unit BIS DPS(3) E0.
What is the cargo capacity of NORBE VIII?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,852 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 67,821.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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