BG ONYX (IMO 9436197)
BG ONYX is a Container 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 9,298 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,852, and a length overall of 140.64 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. BG ONYX is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. It has a history of 6 former names and has operated under 6 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255772000
- Call sign: CQLP
- Gross tonnage: 7852
- Deadweight: 9298 t
- Length overall: 140.64 m
- Beam: 21.79 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/10/2025
- Registered owner: NIKE SCHEPERS HS SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager: HS BEREEDERUNGS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HS SERVICE GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 53°9.7′N · 005°39.0′W · Speed 17.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:37 UTC
- Destination: Belfast (GB BEL) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 03:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BG ONYX?
The vessel has a length overall of 140.64 metres and a beam of 21.79 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.335 metres.
Who is the builder of BG ONYX?
The vessel was built by Scheepswerf Damen Vrachtschepen B.V. It was completed in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of BG ONYX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,298 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,852.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 October 2025. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
What is the classification of BG ONYX?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is Reinstated with the notation Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E3(H) IW.
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