BBC AFRICA (IMO 9362621)
BBC AFRICA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,530 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,002, and a length overall of 120 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. BBC AFRICA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 304881000
- Call sign: V2BO7
- Gross tonnage: 7002
- Deadweight: 7530 t
- Length overall: 119.79 m
- Beam: 20.2 m
- Home port: ST. JOHN'S
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 81 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/02/2024, Morehead City, North Carolina (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2026
- Registered owner: WINTER MPP GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HEINO WINTER GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 29°43.2′N · 095°14.8′W · moored · received 8 October 2026 at 10:06 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC AFRICA?
BBC AFRICA is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of BBC AFRICA?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres. It also features a beam width of 20 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 51 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026. All-time records show 81 inspections since 2006 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 February 2024.
Which classification society manages BBC AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BBC AFRICA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America West Coast and the North America East Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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