NORBE IX (IMO 9562570)
NORBE IX 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 75,745 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 IX 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 state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 311028500
- Call sign: C6YB5
- Gross tonnage: 67821
- Deadweight: 75745 t
- Length overall: 238 m
- Beam: 41.8 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Registered owner: NORBE NINE GMBH (Brazil)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: FORESEA SA (Brazil)
- Last AIS position: 25°14.9′S · 042°32.4′W · Speed 0.1 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 21 September 2026 at 16:08 UTC
- Destination: FPSO CAPIXABA (CACHALOTE OIL FIELD)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORBE IX?
NORBE IX is a Drilling Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NORBE IX?
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 IX?
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 deadweight tonnage of this vessel?
NORBE IX has a deadweight tonnage of 75,745 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 67,821.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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