BBC SWITZERLAND (IMO 9433315)
BBC SWITZERLAND is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,724 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,967, and a length overall of 119.75 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo operations and container carriage. BBC SWITZERLAND is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and North America East Coast over recent periods. It has no recorded former names or previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 304443000
- Call sign: V2HV9
- Gross tonnage: 6967
- Deadweight: 7724 t
- Length overall: 119.75 m
- Beam: 20.2 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2026
- Registered owner: OSTERMOOR (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 29°30.7′S · 011°45.2′E · Speed 14.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 01:08 UTC
- Destination: Altamira (MX ATM) · ETA 2 November 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC SWITZERLAND?
BBC SWITZERLAND is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BBC SWITZERLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 119.75 metres and a beam of 20.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.59 metres.
Which classification society manages BBC SWITZERLAND?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC SWITZERLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,724 metric tonnes. It is specifically noted as being strengthened for heavy cargo and equipped for container carriage.
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