BBC PLUTO (IMO 1020459)
BBC PLUTO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2025 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its first year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,459 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,173. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile dry bulk cargo operations. BBC PLUTO is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Gulf of Mexico, and along the West Coast of South America. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2025
- MMSI: 636093377
- Call sign: 5LWZ6
- Gross tonnage: 25173
- Deadweight: 40459 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/09/2026
- Registered owner: WESTERRIFF BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 9°26.4′N · 079°56.6′W · Speed 0.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 22:15 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC PLUTO?
BBC PLUTO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2025. It is currently in its first year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BBC PLUTO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,459 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,173.
Which classification society manages BBC PLUTO?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has BBC PLUTO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been observed along the West Coast of South America.
What is the PSC inspection history for BBC PLUTO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 September 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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