BFR (IMO 9103386)
BFR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,943 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,285. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport operations. BFR is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 6 different flags and has been known by 8 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 374819000
- Call sign: 3EZT3
- Gross tonnage: 6285
- Deadweight: 8943 t
- Length overall: 100 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 69 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: BFR SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager: MEDKON LINES (Turkey)
- ISM manager: FIVE STAR SHIPPING LTD-MAI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 38°29.4′N · 026°19.7′E · Speed 8.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 16:04 UTC
- Destination: Ambarli (AMB) (TR AMB) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BFR?
BFR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BFR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,943 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,285.
Which classification society manages BFR?
BFR is classed by the Phoenix Register of Shipping. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Delivered.
Where has BFR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has BFR undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 41 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 69 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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