OVATION OF THE SEAS (IMO 9697753)
OVATION OF THE SEAS is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 2016 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 168,637, a deadweight tonnage of 12,000, and a length overall of 348 metres. This large-scale passenger vessel is designed for high-capacity maritime tourism. OVATION OF THE SEAS is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 311000397
- Call sign: C6BX9
- Gross tonnage: 168637
- Deadweight: 14695 t
- Length overall: 348 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/09/2026
- Registered owner: RCI SHIPS LLC (USA)
- Ship manager · DOC holder: ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISES LTD (USA)
- ISM manager: RCL CRUISES LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 32°46.2′N · 117°49.9′W · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 09:32 UTC
- Destination: Avalon (US AOU) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 13:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and size of OVATION OF THE SEAS?
OVATION OF THE SEAS is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It has a gross tonnage of 168,637 and a length overall of 348 metres.
Which classification society maintains OVATION OF THE SEAS?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What are the recent operating areas for this vessel?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its recent geographic footprint.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
What is the flag state and MoU status of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Bahamas flag. It is categorized within the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
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