BOKA SHERPA

IMO 9315563 Anchor Handling Vessel AHTS Malta Trading

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2005
Year Built
3,239
GT
3,567
DWT
75m
LOA
BOKA SHERPA
Malta Trading
Anchor Handling Vessel
AHTS
Built 2005
3,567 DWT
75.1m LOA

Vessel Specifications

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Anchor Handling Vessel
Vessel Type
Size: AHTS
Call Sign: 9HA4809
75.1m
Length Overall (LOA)
3,567
Deadweight (DWT)
Gross Tonnage: 3,239
Net Tonnage: 971
2005
Year Built
Built in 2005
Malta
Flag State
Status: Trading
6.8m
Maximum Draft

Live Operations

Real-time vessel operations and current activity status.

Updated 5 hours, 38 minutes ago
6.4m
Current Draft (94%)
Max Draft: 6.8m
Ballast
4.7
Speed (knots)
Speed Over Ground
Eco Speed
Restricted manoeuverability
Navigation Status
Current Activity
Restricted manoeuverability

AIS Position & Tracking

Latest vessel position and movement tracking data.

Updated 5 hours, 38 minutes ago

Restricted manoeuverability

Navigation Status

4.7

Speed (knots)

SOG
Position Data
2.5289°N, 107.8510°E
Last Position
MY LBU
Destination
Estimated Arrival
Movement Data
4.7 knots
Speed Over Ground
43°
Course Over Ground
47°
True Heading
Meta Information
Sep 29, 2025 04:47 UTC
Last Updated
248787000
MMSI

Vessel Particulars

Complete vessel specifications, dimensions, and technical details.

Specification
Details
Identity & Classification
IMO Number
9315563
Call Sign
9HA4809
Vessel Type
Anchor Handling Vessel
Hull Type
Single Hull
Flag State
Malta
Trading Status
Trading
Former Names
Fairmount Sherpa
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (LOA)
75.1m
Beam
18.1m
Draft
N/A
Deadweight
3,567 DWT
Gross Tonnage
3,239 GT
Engine & Performance
Engine Designer
Wartsila
Engine Model
6L32
Construction
Country of Build
Japan
Yard Number
0003
Ownership & Management
Group Beneficial Owner

AI Maritime Insights

AI-powered analysis and highlights for BOKA SHERPA.

AI Maritime Summary
Intelligent vessel analysis

The BOKA SHERPA is an anchor handling vessel with a deadweight tonnage of 3,567 tonnes and a length overall of 75.05 meters. Built in 2005, it features a single hull design and operates under the flag of Malta. This vessel is suited for offshore operations, particularly in supporting oil and gas exploration and production endeavors.

Operations Insight
Commercial & operational analysis

Current AIS data indicates that the BOKA SHERPA is traveling at a speed of 4.7 knots, with a course of 301.7° towards its destination of MY LBU. The operational status is ambiguous; however, the speed suggests a possible repositioning or transit phase rather than active cargo operations.

Key Features
Notable vessel characteristics
Optimally designed for anchor handling, making it suitable for offshore oil and gas support services.
Single hull construction may limit certain operational capabilities compared to double-hulled counterparts, but its size allows for flexibility in various regional trade routes.
Built by Niigata Shipbuilding, which may indicate a focus on reliability and operational durability.
Market Insights
Commercial market analysis

For brokers, the BOKA SHERPA's operational profile positions it well for contracts related to offshore support, especially in regions where anchor handling services are in demand. Its trading status and relatively recent construction year may appeal to charterers looking for reliable vessels, although the lack of detailed operational data and ownership information could raise questions about operational reliability.

Technical Analysis
Engineering & specifications

With a gross tonnage of 3,239 and a net tonnage of 971, the BOKA SHERPA has moderate capacity for anchor handling tasks. Although specific engine performance details are not available, the use of distillate fuel suggests a focus on cleaner operational practices. The vessel's design and dimensions allow for maneuverability in various port settings, although its single hull may impose restrictions concerning certain regulatory requirements.

AI analysis based on verified vessel data • Model: gpt-4o-mini Generated: Sep 27, 2025

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