BOUGAINVILLE COAST (IMO 9408451)
BOUGAINVILLE COAST is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Papua New Guinea flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,164 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,245. This size and type suggest its use in regional feeder services or short-sea container trades. BOUGAINVILLE COAST is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific region. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2008, the most recent on 2 July 2014.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Papua New Guinea
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 553111747
- Call sign: P2V5138
- Gross tonnage: 6245
- Deadweight: 8164 t
- Length overall: 116 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/07/2014, Kolkata (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/07/2014
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: STEAMSHIPS SHIP MANAGEMENT (Papua New Guinea)
- Last AIS position: 4°14.8′S · 150°55.5′E · Speed 10.8 kn · received 12 October 2026 at 17:56 UTC
- Destination: Lae (PG LAE) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 01:51 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOUGAINVILLE COAST?
BOUGAINVILLE COAST is a container ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BOUGAINVILLE COAST?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,164 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,245.
Which classification society manages BOUGAINVILLE COAST?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BOUGAINVILLE COAST been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 6 inspections are on file since 2008, the most recent on 2 July 2014.
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