BBC WASHINGTON (IMO 9283954)
BBC WASHINGTON is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,786 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,611. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. BBC WASHINGTON is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 5 different flags and has been known by 9 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 255806288
- Call sign: CQAV6
- Gross tonnage: 9611
- Deadweight: 12786 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 80 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/08/2023, Marina di carrara (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2026
- Registered owner: RUHRTAL NH SCHIFFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: HELD BEREEDERUNGS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 16°15.4′N · 069°34.8′W · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 13:03 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 14:39 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC WASHINGTON?
BBC WASHINGTON is a General Cargo Ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the engine specifications for BBC WASHINGTON?
The vessel is equipped with a 1D: 4 SA 6 CY main engine. This engine is rated at a power of 6 kW.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 80 inspections since 2004 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 August 2023.
What is the tonnage capacity of BBC WASHINGTON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,786 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,611.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
BBC WASHINGTON has been registered under 9 former names throughout its career. It has also operated under 5 different flag states previously.
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