BOLD GUARDIAN (IMO 9478743)
BOLD GUARDIAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,636 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 31,230. This size and type suggest its utility in regional bulk commodity transport. BOLD GUARDIAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636024045
- Call sign: 5LQS3
- Gross tonnage: 31230
- Deadweight: 55636 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/05/2022, Taman (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/09/2026
- Registered owner: BOLD GUARDIAN SHIPPING LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GRAHAM SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 26°13.6′N · 079°15.4′W · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 19:06 UTC
- Destination: Bejaia (ex Bougie) (DZ BJA) · ETA 31 October 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 BOLD GUARDIAN?
BOLD GUARDIAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BOLD GUARDIAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,636 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 31,230.
Which classification society manages BOLD GUARDIAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
Where has BOLD GUARDIAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for BOLD GUARDIAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 19 September 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2011 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 11 May 2022.
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