ATWOOD ARCHER (IMO 9700457)
ATWOOD ARCHER is a Drilling Ship built in 2023 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 66,334 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 70,480, and a length overall of 238 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized offshore drilling operations. ATWOOD ARCHER 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 West Africa region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 538005489
- Call sign: V7EL4
- Gross tonnage: 70480
- Deadweight: 66334 t
- Length overall: 238 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Registered owner: ALPHA ARCHER CO (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: VALARIS PLC (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 28°7.4′N · 015°24.3′W · moored · received 23 September 2026 at 13:23 UTC
- Destination: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ES LPA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ATWOOD ARCHER?
ATWOOD ARCHER is a Drilling Ship. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of ATWOOD ARCHER?
The vessel has a length overall of 238 metres and a beam of 42 metres. These dimensions support its role as a large-scale drilling unit.
Which classification society covers ATWOOD ARCHER?
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) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has ATWOOD ARCHER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. It currently flies the Marshall Islands flag.
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