BRAVE SAILOR (IMO 9457012)
BRAVE SAILOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,283 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 89,991. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for significant dry bulk cargo operations. BRAVE SAILOR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and the South American East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 215150000
- Call sign: 9HA2655
- Gross tonnage: 89991
- Deadweight: 176283 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/03/2016, Port Kembla (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/08/2026
- Registered owner: EXPAND TRADING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALPHA BULKERS SHIPMANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 31°21.9′S · 008°53.3′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:17 UTC
- Destination: Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís (BR PMA) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 08:24 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BRAVE SAILOR?
BRAVE SAILOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BRAVE SAILOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,283 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 89,991.
Which classification society manages BRAVE SAILOR?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has BRAVE SAILOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in several regions including East Asia and the Malacca Strait. It has also been observed near the South American East Coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for BRAVE SAILOR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 August 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 March 2016.
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