OCEAN SHIELD (IMO 9628374)
OCEAN SHIELD is an Offshore Support Vessel built in 2012 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,500 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,368, and a length overall of 110.9 metres. It is configured for specialized offshore operations. OCEAN SHIELD is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2012, the most recent on 25 May 2012.
- Type: Offshore Support Vessel
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 503728000
- Call sign: VHEH
- Gross tonnage: 8368
- Deadweight: 4500 t
- Length overall: 110.9 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Home port: SYDNEY
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2012
- Registered owner · Ship manager: AUSTRALIA GOVT (Australia)
- ISM manager: AUSTRALIA GOVT BORDER FORCE (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 31°42.9′S · 115°7.3′E · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 28 September 2026 at 03:15 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 3 October 2026 at 14:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN SHIELD?
OCEAN SHIELD is an Offshore Support Vessel. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN SHIELD?
The vessel has a length overall of 110.9 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.6 metres.
Which classification society manages OCEAN SHIELD?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the cargo capacity of OCEAN SHIELD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,500 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,368.
How many inspections has OCEAN SHIELD undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 1 inspection is on file since 2012, the most recent on 25 May 2012.
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