OCEAN MERMAID (IMO 9742443)
OCEAN MERMAID 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 2,990 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,042. This vessel is configured for specialized research operations. OCEAN MERMAID is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. 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 one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2025.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 311000275
- Call sign: C6BI8
- Gross tonnage: 3042
- Deadweight: 2990 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2025
- Registered owner: SUN ATLANTIC LTD (Norway)
- Ship manager: NORFIELD OFFSHORE AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: VESTLAND MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 31°6.3′S · 043°32.4′W · Speed 6.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 14:01 UTC
- Destination: Pelotas (BR PET) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 18:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of OCEAN MERMAID?
OCEAN MERMAID is a Research Vessel. It was built in 2016 and is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for OCEAN MERMAID?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 3,042. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,990 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages OCEAN MERMAID?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN MERMAID been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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