BBC MINNESOTA (IMO 9260378)
BBC MINNESOTA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,840 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,611, and a length overall of 138.07 metres. This size and configuration support its role as a multi-purpose dry cargo vessel. BBC MINNESOTA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has been registered under 9 former names and 8 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636023309
- Call sign: 5LNB7
- Gross tonnage: 9611
- Deadweight: 12840 t
- Length overall: 138.07 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 87 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/06/2019, Onne (Abuja MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/03/2026
- Registered owner: AMIDA MARINE LTD (Bulgaria)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: UNIMOR SHIPPING AGENCY VARNA (Bulgaria)
- Last AIS position: 42°19.8′N · 009°56.9′E · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 16:31 UTC
- Destination: Koper (SI KOP) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC MINNESOTA?
The vessel has a length overall of 138.07 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC MINNESOTA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 12,840 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,611.
Which classification society manages BBC MINNESOTA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 March 2026. All-time records show 87 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 28 June 2019.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
The vessel has a significant history, having operated under 9 former names. It has also flown 8 different flags throughout its service life.
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