BBC RIO (IMO 9430222)
BBC RIO is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,010 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 14,859, and a length overall of 161.5 metres. This size and configuration are typical for multi-purpose cargo operations. BBC RIO is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the South America West Coast, and the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 304948000
- Call sign: V2HO8
- Gross tonnage: 14859
- Deadweight: 18010 t
- Length overall: 161.5 m
- Beam: 25.18 m
- Home port: ST. JOHN'S
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/09/2024, Bremen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2026
- Registered owner: PLAGGENBURG BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 40°42.1′N · 029°27.4′E · Speed 12.0 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 11:44 UTC
- Destination: Yalova (TR YAL)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC RIO?
The vessel has a length overall of 161.5 metres and a beam of 25.18 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.6 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC RIO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,010 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,859.
Which classification society maintains BBC RIO?
BBC RIO is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Multi-purpose dry cargo ship BWM(T) E0 Recyclable.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 42 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 2012 and 7 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 September 2024.
Where has BBC RIO been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast and the North America East Coast. It has also been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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