NEXANS AURORA (IMO 9862059)
NEXANS AURORA is a Cable-Layer built in 2021 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,331 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 22,263, and a length overall of 156.4 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized subsea cable installation and maintenance operations. NEXANS AURORA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the broader North Europe/West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 July 2025.
- Type: Cable-Layer
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 257682000
- Call sign: LALC8
- Gross tonnage: 22263
- Deadweight: 17331 t
- Length overall: 156.4 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Home port: OSLO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/07/2025
- Registered owner: NEXANS AURORA AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: NEXANS NORWAY AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: OSM OFFSHORE BERGEN AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 19°52.9′S · 114°36.6′E · Speed 2.6 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 9 October 2026 at 08:31 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEXANS AURORA?
NEXANS AURORA is a Cable-Layer built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of NEXANS AURORA?
The vessel has a length overall of 156.4 metres and a beam of 31 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.8 metres.
Which classification society maintains NEXANS AURORA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the deadweight tonnage of this vessel?
NEXANS AURORA has a deadweight tonnage of 17,331 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 22,263.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 July 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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