BORKUM (IMO 9457153)
BORKUM 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 has a deadweight tonnage of 5,489 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 4,591, and a length overall of 108.17 metres. This size and configuration support its role as a multi-purpose dry cargo vessel. BORKUM is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 November 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 305860000
- Call sign: V2FZ5
- Gross tonnage: 4591
- Deadweight: 5489 t
- Length overall: 108.17 m
- Beam: 16.6 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/08/2022, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/11/2025
- Registered owner: BORKUM GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SUNSHIP SCHIFFAHRTSKONTOR KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 25°31.3′N · 055°0.6′E · Speed 1.0 kn · at anchor · received 14 October 2026 at 06:05 UTC
- Destination: Dubai (AE DXB)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BORKUM?
The vessel has a length overall of 108.17 metres and a beam of 16.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.5 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BORKUM?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,489 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,591.
Which classification society maintains BORKUM?
BORKUM is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 November 2025. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2013 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 10 August 2022.
Where has BORKUM been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
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