BERNARD A (IMO 9415959)
BERNARD A is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,988 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,687, and a length overall of 184 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within regional trade routes. BERNARD A is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously sailed under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 271040008
- Call sign: TCWN3
- Gross tonnage: 17687
- Deadweight: 21988 t
- Length overall: 184 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ARKAS DENIZCILIK VE NAKLIYAT (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 37°57.2′N · 023°35.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 14:58 UTC
- Destination: Piraeus (GR PIR)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BERNARD A?
BERNARD A is a container ship. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BERNARD A?
The vessel has a length overall of 184 metres. It also features a beam width of 25 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BERNARD A?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,988 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,687.
Which classification society covers BERNARD A?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has BERNARD A undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 August 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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