SEA SCOUT (IMO 9601120)

SEA SCOUT is a Research Vessel built in 2012 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 95 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 419, and a length overall of 41 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. There is no recorded classification society or IACS membership data available for this vessel. Recent observation data places the vessel in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions, as well as along the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and two different 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 2 June 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type of SEA SCOUT?

SEA SCOUT is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.

What are the dimensions of SEA SCOUT?

The vessel has a length overall of 41 metres and a beam of 12 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 419.

What flag does the vessel fly?

The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. It has operated under 2 different flag states previously.

Where has SEA SCOUT been recently observed?

The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been tracked along the North America East Coast.

How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.

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