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NATHANIEL B. PALMER

NATHANIEL B. PALMER is a 1992 research vessel. The Coast Guard has recorded 19 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2025, along with 14 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2014.

Records from 2014 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 17 April 2025.

Built
1992
Last inspected
17 April 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Research Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.

Inspection record

Last inspected 17 April 2025
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

9007257
WBP3210
370420
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-370420

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)281.3 ft × 60.0 ft × 31.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 6,174 / net 1,852
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)281.3 ft × 60.0 ft × 31.0 ft
ITC tonnagegross 6,174 / net 1,852
BuilderNORTH AMERICAN SHIP BUILDING · LAROSE · built 1992
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portGALLIANO, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 17 June 2026 · expires 31 July 2027
Service, as the file records itResearch Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it6174 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
1852 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
6800 - Displacement, Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299

Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

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Inspection history · 19

17 April 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Activities Far East · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8115263
8 June 2024 Drydock Exam · MARPOL Annex VI Survey · MARPOL Annex V Examination · Polar Code Examination · MARPOL Annex IV Survey · Ballast Water Examination · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Internal Structural Exam · MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7888123
18 September 2023 Annual Inspection · MARPOL Annex VI Survey · MARPOL Annex I Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7763214
21 June 2023 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7720041
16 August 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7538041
25 July 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7516225
26 March 2022 MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · MARPOL Annex IV Survey · MARPOL Annex I Examination · MARPOL Annex V Examination · Polar Code Examination · MARPOL Annex VI Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7406038
27 April 2021 COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination · Polar Code Examination · MARPOL Annex IV Survey · MARPOL Annex VI Survey · MTSA/ISPS Verification · MARPOL Annex I Examination
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7137439
15 January 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7125154
8 December 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7108097
3 June 2020 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Humboldt Bay · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6967507
26 May 2020 Polar Code Examination · MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection · MARPOL Annex VI Survey · MARPOL Annex I Examination · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Humboldt Bay · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6961781
15 April 2020 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6939401
16 July 2019 MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection · Ballast Water Examination · MARPOL Annex V Examination · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Polar Code Examination · MARPOL Annex VI Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6678014
18 June 2019 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6677969
23 May 2018 Ballast Water Examination · MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection · MARPOL Annex IV Survey · MARPOL Annex VI Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6404089
9 March 2017 Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Inspections Unit Singapore · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6101541
16 November 2016 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6042532
21 May 2016 Hull Examination · COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex I Examination · Ballast Water Examination · MTSA/ISPS Verification · MARPOL Annex VI Survey · MARPOL Annex IV Survey
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5854192

Deficiency record · 14

08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 18 September 2023 Resolved
Design verification testing (a) Tests must verify that automated vital systems are designed, constructed, and operate in accordance with all applicable requirements of part 62 of this sub chapter. The tests must be based upon the failure analysis, if required by §62.20-3(b) of this sub chapter, functional performance requirements, and the Periodic Safety tests of §61.40-6. (b) Tests must be performed immediately after the installation of the automated equipment or before the issuance of the initial Certificate of Inspection.Chief Engineer shall provide objective evidence that all automation test procedures are completed prior to movement for all Main Diesel Engines. 46CFR61.40-3 60c
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Resolved 15 November 2023
Resolution: Vessel conducted Safety test procedures. all alarms were tested with satisfactory results.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance and inspections
Issued 26 March 2022 Resolved
Before a ship leaves port and at all times during the voyage all lifesaving appliances shall be in working order and ready for immediate use. STBD lifeboat bilge system inop. 74SOLAS2020 III/20.3
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 25 April 2022
Resolution: Received confirmation from Port Eng that bilge pump was repaired and tested.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 26 March 2022 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and periodic inspection the MI shall conduct such tests and inspections of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery. Port outboard MDE low lube oil shutdown not working as intended. 46CFR61.20-3
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 25 April 2022
Resolution: Received confirmation from Port Eng that Cat techs repaired low lube oil shutdown and tested.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 26 March 2022 Resolved
The condition of the ship and its equipment shall be maintained to conform with the provisions of the present regulations to ensure the sip in all respect will remain fit to proceed to sea without danger to the ship or persons on board. Observed steering HYD oil leak on port pump number one and steering ram hoses. 74SOLAS2020 I/11
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 29 March 2022
Resolution: Received confirmation from CE that port/port steering HPU and all 4 HYD hoses were changed out.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 26 March 2022 Resolved
Every crew member shall participate in at least one abandon ship drill and one fire drill every month. The drills of the crew shall take place within 24 hours of the ship leaving port if more than 25% of the crew have not participated in abandon ship and fire drills onboard the particular ship in the previous month. Vessel fail to perform fire drills in accordance with regulation. Master shall create a non conformity and corrective action plan.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 29 March 2022
Resolution: Received non conformity and CAP from master.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 26 May 2020 Resolved
Indication of the rudder angle must be provided both at the main steering station in the pilothouse and in the steering-gear compartment. The rudder-angle indicator must be independent of control systems for steering gear. The port rudder angle indicator located at the main steering station on the bridge was not functioning. Repair or replace the port rudder angle indicator and prove operation in the presence of a Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 26 May 2020
Resolved 3 June 2020
Resolution: The port rudder angle indicator located at the main steering station on the bridge was repaired and tested in the presense of a Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions
Issued 12 August 2019 Resolved
Annual maintenance on galley rolling A0 fire doors has not been conducted since delivery of vessel. Create maintenance task in your preventive maintenance system to prevent future occurrences.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 21 August 2019
Resolution: Received 3rd party certificate attesting to annual maintenance.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Main Vertical zone
Issued 25 June 2019 Resolved
Maintenance, testing and inspections shall be carried out based on the guidlines developed by the orgaization and in a manner having due regard to ensuring the reliability of fire fighting systems and appliances. Annual drop test/maintence on galley serving line fire door has not been conducted since delivery of vessel. Creat maintenance task in preventive maintance system to prevent future occurrences. 74 SOLAS II-2 Reg 14.2.2.1 , NFPA 80
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 8 July 2019
Resolution: Fire door tested.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Control Stations
Issued 9 April 2017 Resolved
Repair/Replace damaged SFP insulation on bulkhead aft of CO2 room IWO fan space.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 September 2017
Resolved 23 May 2018
Resolution: Witnessed satisfactory repair of SFP of CO2 room IWO fan space.
Lifesaving › Launching Appliances › Winch Brake
Issued 9 April 2017 Resolved
Emergency use ONLY allowed for port L/B until winch brake is inspected and tested by competent authority. Ammend SMS to reflect additional safety measures necessary in the event of needing to use the L/B for emergency.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 September 2017
Resolved 23 May 2018
Resolution: Lifeboat break was replaced and tested and found to be working order.
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Approval
Issued 9 April 2017 Resolved
Replace 7 unapproved portable fire extinguishers with CG Approved ones.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 September 2017
Resolved 23 May 2018
Resolution: Observed receipt for new fire extinguishers. All fire extinguishers according to the FCP were of the CG approved type.
Lifesaving › Immersion Suits › Serviceable
Issued 9 April 2017 Resolved
Replace all "Baleysuit" brand Immersion Suits upon return to Valparaiso, Chile. Manufacturer calls for replacement after 10 yrs of age.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 September 2017
Resolved 23 May 2018
Resolution: CG inspected required immersion suits and no "Baleysuit's" were observed. All other immersion were found satisfactory.
Fire Fighting › Miscellaneous Items › A Class Division Penetrations
Issued 9 March 2017 Resolved
Provide proper closure to penetration duct between Baltic Room and Wet lab.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 September 2017
Resolved 23 May 2018
Resolution: Penetration between Baltic room and Wet lab has been fixed. Rockblock type fire protection was installed.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Governor
Issued 16 November 2016 Resolved
[name withheld] reported stbd outbd main engine governor had been iscovered to be inoperable and in need of repair. Make proper repairs to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 December 2016
Resolved 20 December 2016
Resolution: Received email with report attached and a statement from master stating repairs have been made.

Casualty record · 1

15 May 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4862348
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.