VALARIS DS-8 (IMO 9659531)
VALARIS DS-8 is a Drilling Ship built in 2015 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,540 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,335, and a length overall of 221 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized offshore drilling operations. VALARIS DS-8 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 South America East Coast region. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2020, the most recent on 7 February 2022.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 538005307
- Call sign: V7CQ5
- Gross tonnage: 57335
- Deadweight: 40540 t
- Length overall: 221 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/02/2022
- Registered owner: ENSCO INTERCONTINENTAL GMBH (USA)
- Ship manager: VALARIS PLC (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: ENSCO INTERNATIONAL INC (USA)
- Last AIS position: 22°40.1′S · 040°9.4′W · Speed 0.1 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 11 October 2026 at 00:43 UTC
- Destination: CAMPOS_BARRACUDA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALARIS DS-8?
VALARIS DS-8 is a Drilling Ship built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VALARIS DS-8?
The vessel has a length overall of 221 metres and a beam of 38 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 57,335.
Which classification society covers VALARIS DS-8?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 2 inspections are on file since 2020, the most recent on 7 February 2022.
Where has VALARIS DS-8 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast region. It currently flies the Marshall Islands flag.
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