BAK 8 (IMO 8938423)
BAK 8 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Bahrain flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,326 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,537. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. BAK 8 is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahrain
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 408945000
- Call sign: A9D3497
- Gross tonnage: 1537
- Deadweight: 2326 t
- Length overall: 72 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KAIKSOW MODERN TRADING (Bahrain)
- Last AIS position: 25°17.5′N · 055°9.2′E · Speed 4.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 12:02 UTC
- Destination: JBL ALI B2_26
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BAK 8?
BAK 8 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BAK 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,326 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,537.
Which classification society manages BAK 8?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BAK 8 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent tracking data.
How many port-state inspections has BAK 8 undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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