NOBLE BLACKRHINO (IMO 9629641)
NOBLE BLACKRHINO is a Drilling Ship built in 2014 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 34,907 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 51,732, and a length overall of 230 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized offshore drilling operations. NOBLE BLACKRHINO is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 538005360
- Call sign: V7DA9
- Gross tonnage: 51732
- Deadweight: 34907 t
- Length overall: 230 m
- Beam: 36 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner: DIAMOND OFFSHORE LTD (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NOBLE DRILLING US LLC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 16°18.1′N · 049°46.4′W · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 18:45 UTC
- Destination: Abidjan (CI ABJ) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 05:35 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NOBLE BLACKRHINO?
NOBLE BLACKRHINO is a Drilling Ship built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NOBLE BLACKRHINO?
The vessel has a length overall of 230 metres and a beam of 36 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 51,732.
Which classification society maintains NOBLE BLACKRHINO?
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 NOBLE BLACKRHINO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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