BROTHER 66 (IMO 8353609)
BROTHER 66 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,987, and a length overall of 98 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations.
BROTHER 66 is classed by Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Indian Ocean, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 352005016
- Call sign: 3E7224
- Gross tonnage: 2987
- Deadweight: 5200 t
- Length overall: 99 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 29/03/2022, Gwangyang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: STD SHIPPING CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 10°38.5′N · 103°29.9′E
- Destination: KOMPONG SOM · ETA 2026-10-08T21:05:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BROTHER 66?
BROTHER 66 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BROTHER 66?
The vessel has a length overall of 98 metres and a beam of 16 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BROTHER 66?
The vessel is classed by the Isthmus Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 53 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2021 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 29 March 2022.
Where has BROTHER 66 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded operating within the Indian Ocean.
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