She's actually 10 years older (1993) and was commissioned (after tests) in 1995. She is a spyship for the Norwegian government and will be replaced by a new ship in the next few years.

Research ship, completed 2003, builder Langsten & Tangen Verft, Kragero, 8008gt, displacement 5300ts, loa 81,5m, 8820kW.
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