ROCKPIPER (IMO 9583861)
ROCKPIPER is a Pipe Burying Vessel built in 2012 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,367 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,601. This specialized vessel is configured for subsea pipe laying and burial operations. ROCKPIPER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North America East Coast, West Europe, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026.
- Type: Pipe Burying Vessel
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 209449000
- Call sign: 5BML3
- Gross tonnage: 30601
- Deadweight: 27367 t
- Length overall: 159 m
- Beam: 36 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/04/2026
- Registered owner: BW MARINE CYPRUS LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BOSKALIS BAGGERMAATSCHAPPIJ (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 59°15.5′N · 002°29.5′E · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 21:33 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ROCKPIPER?
ROCKPIPER is a Pipe Burying Vessel. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ROCKPIPER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 27,367 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,601.
Which classification society manages ROCKPIPER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ROCKPIPER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in North America East Coast and West Europe. It has also been recorded in North Europe during recent voyages.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 April 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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