BELL BAY (IMO 9312664)
BELL BAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 33,541, a gross tonnage of 19,796, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations. BELL BAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 477214800
- Call sign: VRBY9
- Gross tonnage: 19796
- Deadweight: 33541 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/02/2026
- Registered owner: BELL BAY SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 20°3.7′S · 149°4.0′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 05:59 UTC
- Destination: Port Kembla (AU PKL) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 01:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BELL BAY?
BELL BAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BELL BAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 33,541 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 19,796.
Which classification society manages BELL BAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BELL BAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 February 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
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