BBC DAKOTA (IMO 9388900)
BBC DAKOTA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,684 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 9,611, and a length overall of 138 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. BBC DAKOTA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Asia, North/West Europe, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has operated under four former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636092890
- Call sign: D5SN7
- Gross tonnage: 9611
- Deadweight: 12684 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/09/2026
- Registered owner: HASETAL NH SCHIFFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: HELD BEREEDERUNGS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 53°31.8′N · 009°57.4′E · moored · received 17 September 2026 at 09:54 UTC
- Destination: Hamburg (DE HAM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC DAKOTA?
The vessel has a length overall of 138 metres and a beam of 21 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine specification for BBC DAKOTA?
The main engine is a 1D: 4 SA 6 CY type. It is rated at a power output of 6 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
What is the classification of BBC DAKOTA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the flag and home port of the vessel?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Its registered home port is Monrovia.
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