BLUE BEAD is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the San Marino flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 29,478 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,459, and a length overall of 170 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class. BLUE BEAD is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026.
BLUE BEAD is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 170 metres and a beam of 27.4 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 29,478 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
The vessel's main engine is rated at 6,620 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a general cargo vessel.
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026. All-time records show 117 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 October 2022.
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