BG IRELAND (IMO 9355446)
BG IRELAND is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,177 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,246, and a length overall of 139.6 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional container feeder operations. BG IRELAND is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 209719000
- Call sign: 5BBU3
- Gross tonnage: 8246
- Deadweight: 11177 t
- Length overall: 139.6 m
- Beam: 22.2 m
- Home port: Limassol
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 06/11/2025, Grangemouth (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/02/2026
- Registered owner: NORMA J SHIPPING GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: JUNGERHANS MARITIME SERVICES (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 50°40.2′N · 000°38.0′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:48 UTC
- Destination: Cork (IE ORK) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BG IRELAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 139.6 metres and a beam of 22.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.364 metres.
What is the capacity of BG IRELAND?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 11,177 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,246.
Which classification society manages BG IRELAND?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Container ship BWM SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E(H).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026. All-time records show 23 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 6 November 2025.
What is the flag history of BG IRELAND?
The vessel currently flies the Cyprus flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under four different flag states.
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