SIKULIAQ (IMO 9578945)
SIKULIAQ is a Research Vessel built in 2014 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,556 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,429. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. SIKULIAQ is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast and South America West Coast regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former 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 28 March 2026.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 303364000
- Call sign: WDN7246
- Gross tonnage: 3429
- Deadweight: 1556 t
- Length overall: 80 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/03/2026
- Registered owner: NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALASKA UNI SEWARD MARINE (USA)
- Last AIS position: 62°50.2′N · 171°19.1′W · Speed 5.4 kn · received 7 September 2026 at 17:06 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SIKULIAQ?
SIKULIAQ is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SIKULIAQ?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 3,429. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,556 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains SIKULIAQ?
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 SIKULIAQ been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating near the North America West Coast and the South America West Coast. These regions represent its recent primary areas of activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 March 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
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