BBC RAINBOW (IMO 9423516)
BBC RAINBOW is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,019 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,859. This configuration is typical for general cargo operations across diverse trade routes. BBC RAINBOW is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, the South America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. It has operated under three former names and three former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255916092
- Call sign: CQ2521
- Gross tonnage: 14859
- Deadweight: 18019 t
- Length overall: 161 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 27/05/2024, Port Alma (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ANABUKI WORKS/FUTURUM PARTNERS (Japan)
- ISM manager: NAVO MARE GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 22°38.6′N · 038°2.0′E · Speed 3.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:32 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC RAINBOW?
BBC RAINBOW is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BBC RAINBOW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,019 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,859.
Which classification society manages BBC RAINBOW?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has BBC RAINBOW been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 14 of them. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2010 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 May 2024.
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