BMC ALPHA (IMO 9353462)
BMC ALPHA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,703 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,702, and a length overall of 112 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. BMC ALPHA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 352632000
- Call sign: 3EZB7
- Gross tonnage: 5702
- Deadweight: 8703 t
- Length overall: 112 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/11/2017, Cochin (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/06/2026
- Registered owner: KING OCEAN ENTERPRISES LTD (Vietnam)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BINH MINH INTL SUNRISE SHPG (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 32°7.7′N · 119°54.4′E · Speed 8.1 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 16:29 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BMC ALPHA?
BMC ALPHA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BMC ALPHA?
The vessel has a length overall of 112 metres and a beam of 19 metres. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 8,703 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BMC ALPHA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2006 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 November 2017.
Where has BMC ALPHA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the New Guinea Pacific region.
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