BBC NEWCASTLE (IMO 9484209)
BBC NEWCASTLE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,775 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,351, and a length overall of 132 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general logistics. BBC NEWCASTLE is classed by the Korean Register. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been registered under seven former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 305367000
- Call sign: V2DX6
- Gross tonnage: 6351
- Deadweight: 9775 t
- Length overall: 132 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 69 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/12/2013, Baie comeau (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2026
- Registered owner: CAROLINENSIEL BRIESE (Germany)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 35°8.9′S · 021°19.7′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 14:49 UTC
- Destination: Port Kembla (AU PKL) · ETA 4 November 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC NEWCASTLE?
BBC NEWCASTLE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BBC NEWCASTLE?
The vessel has a length overall of 132 metres and a beam of 16 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo carrier.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026. All-time records show 69 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 December 2013.
What is the engine specification for BBC NEWCASTLE?
The main engine is a 1D: 4 SA 8 CY type. It is rated at a power of 8 kW.
What is the flag and MoU status of the vessel?
The vessel flies the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. It is currently assigned to the white band in the Paris MoU and the grey band in the Tokyo MoU.
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