RAMFORM TETHYS (IMO 9676888)
RAMFORM TETHYS is a Research Vessel built in 2016 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 20,637, and a length overall of 104.21 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized research and support operations. RAMFORM TETHYS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, West Africa, and West Europe regions. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2025.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 311001859
- Call sign: C6JF3
- Gross tonnage: 20637
- Deadweight: 9000 t
- Length overall: 104.21 m
- Beam: 70 m
- Home port: Nassau
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2025
- Registered owner: PGS TITANS AS (Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: PGS GEOPHYSICAL AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 33°13.1′N · 033°47.2′E · Speed 4.4 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 10 October 2026 at 05:19 UTC
- Destination: KEEP CPA 9NM MIN
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RAMFORM TETHYS?
RAMFORM TETHYS is a Research Vessel built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of RAMFORM TETHYS?
The vessel has a length overall of 104.21 metres and a beam of 70 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.9 metres.
Which classification society manages RAMFORM TETHYS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of RAMFORM TETHYS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 20,637.
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