BIT FORCE (IMO 9256420)
BIT FORCE is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,319 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,280, and a length overall of 117 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport within its size class. No classification society or IACS membership information is currently available for this vessel. Recent observation data places the vessel in West Europe and North Europe. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 February 2025.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 244813000
- Call sign: PCXW
- Gross tonnage: 6280
- Deadweight: 6319 t
- Length overall: 117 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/02/2025
- Registered owner: CICONIA BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TARBIT TANKERS SERVICES BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 62°29.4′N · 005°44.0′E · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 06:20 UTC
- Destination: Ålesund (NO AES)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BIT FORCE?
BIT FORCE is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of BIT FORCE?
The vessel has a length overall of 117 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 6,319 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Netherlands flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 3 different flag states.
What is the PSC inspection history for BIT FORCE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 February 2025. All-time records show 24 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
Where has BIT FORCE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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