POLARIS (IMO 9582312)
POLARIS is an Offshore Supply Ship 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 3,580 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,918. This vessel is configured for offshore support operations. POLARIS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 636026215
- Call sign: A8OG3
- Gross tonnage: 2918
- Deadweight: 3580 t
- Length overall: 83 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner: TIDEWATER AMERICA LLC (Houston TX USA)
- Ship manager: TIDEWATER MARINE LLC (USA)
- ISM manager: TIDEWATER ANGOLA MARINE LTD (Angola)
- Last AIS position: 33°30.4′N · 012°23.1′E · Speed 2.7 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 06:59 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of POLARIS?
POLARIS is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for POLARIS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,580 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,918.
Which classification society maintains POLARIS?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has POLARIS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for POLARIS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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