MS Nordkapp
activeBuilt 1995
GRT
11 386
Guests
590
Crew
76
Crew:Guest
1:7.8
Length
123m
Space Ratio
19.3
Current position
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History
AI-generatedMS Nordkapp is a Norwegian-registered coastal passenger ship that has served the Bergen–Kirkenes route for Hurtigruten since its inaugural voyage. The ship was christened by Queen Sonja and later experienced a significant grounding incident near the South Shetland Islands in Antarctica, during which passengers were evacuated and transferred to its sister ship Nordnorge.
Vessel Timeline
24 Nov 1994
Keel Laid
Kleven Verft AS
18 Aug 1995
Launched
Kleven Verft AS
31 Dec 1995
MS Nordkapp
Hurtigruten
At a Glance
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Godmother
Sonja av Norge
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Christened
March 23, 1996
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Maiden Voyage
April 2, 1996
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Built By
Kleven Verft AS
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Build Country
Norway
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Class Society
DNV
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Identity
IMO Number9107772
MMSI259330000
Call SignLASQ
Flag State🇳🇴 Norway
Port of RegistryTromsø
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Construction
ShipyardKleven Verft AS
Build Country🇳🇴 Norway
Keel LaidNovember 24, 1994
Float OutAugust 18, 1995
DeliveredDecember 31, 1995
Yard Number265
ClassificationDNV
GodmotherSonja av Norge
ChristeningMarch 23, 1996
Maiden VoyageApril 2, 1996
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Dimensions
123m
Length
20m
Beam
5.2m
Draft
Gross Tonnage (GRT)11 386
Net Tonnage (NT)4210
Deadweight (DWT)1104
Length BP105.85 m
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Capacity
590
Guests
76
Crew
218
Cabins
Space Ratio19.3
Crew:Guest Ratio1:7.8
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Propulsion
18kts
Max Speed
18 000kW
Power
Engine TypeMAK-Maschinenbau
Fuel TypeDiesel-electric
Onboard Highlights
AI-generatedMS Nordkapp accommodates up to 590 passengers on a lower berth basis and carries a crew of 76. The ship offers 218 cabins across 7 decks and operates at a service speed of 18 knots.
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