VALARIS DS-12 (IMO 9647760)
VALARIS DS-12 is a Drilling Ship built in 2014 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its twelfth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 64,086 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 70,423, and a length overall of 238 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore drilling operations. VALARIS DS-12 is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 538004649
- Call sign: V7YF5
- Gross tonnage: 70423
- Deadweight: 64086 t
- Length overall: 238 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/12/2025
- Registered owner: PRIDE GLOBAL II LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: VALARIS PLC (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: ENSCO INTERNATIONAL INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 31°56.2′N · 029°46.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 14 October 2026 at 02:36 UTC
- Destination: KEEP MIN.CPA 2NM
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALARIS DS-12?
VALARIS DS-12 is a Drilling Ship built in 2014. It is currently in its twelfth year of service.
What are the dimensions of VALARIS DS-12?
The vessel has a length overall of 238 metres and a beam of 42 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 70,423.
Which classification society maintains VALARIS DS-12?
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 VALARIS DS-12 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for VALARIS DS-12?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 December 2025. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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