OCEAN EXPLORER (IMO 9883194)
OCEAN EXPLORER is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 2021 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,622 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,228, and a length overall of 104 metres. This vessel is configured for passenger cruise operations. OCEAN EXPLORER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, South America East Coast, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 May 2026.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 255806393
- Call sign: CQEI6
- Gross tonnage: 8228
- Deadweight: 1622 t
- Length overall: 104 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/05/2026
- Registered owner: EXPLORER OWNER UNIPESSOAL LDA (USA)
- Ship manager: SUNSTONE SHIPS INC (USA)
- ISM manager: SUNSTONE SHIP MANAGEMENT (Funchal Portugal)
- Last AIS position: 47°33.8′N · 052°39.1′W · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 28 September 2026 at 15:03 UTC
- Destination: Montevideo (UY MVD) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 06:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of OCEAN EXPLORER?
OCEAN EXPLORER is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of OCEAN EXPLORER?
The vessel has a length overall of 104 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 8,228 and a deadweight of 1,622 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages OCEAN EXPLORER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN EXPLORER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for OCEAN EXPLORER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 2 May 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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