U-81 (IMO 9741542)
U-81 is an Offshore Supply 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 3,228 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,420, and a length overall of 76.6 metres. This vessel is configured for offshore support and yacht support operations. U-81 is classed by DNV. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 November 2024.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 538072801
- Call sign: V7B2900
- Gross tonnage: 2420
- Deadweight: 3228 t
- Length overall: 76.6 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Home port: BIKINI
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/11/2024
- Registered owner: ULYSSES V LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MANTA MARITIME LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 51°54.5′N · 004°33.5′E · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 17 September 2026 at 05:58 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of U-81?
U-81 is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its twelfth year of service.
What are the dimensions of U-81?
The vessel has a length overall of 76.6 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.9 metres.
Which classification society manages U-81?
U-81 is classed by DNV. Its current classification status is recorded as Reassigned.
What is the cargo capacity of U-81?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,228 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,420.
How many inspections has U-81 undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 November 2024. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2024 and no detentions.
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