BULK FRIENDSHIP (IMO 9496977)
BULK FRIENDSHIP 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 58,738, a gross tonnage of 33,232, and a length overall of 197 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk commodity transport within its specific deadweight class. BULK FRIENDSHIP is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636024590
- Call sign: 5LTI4
- Gross tonnage: 33232
- Deadweight: 58738 t
- Length overall: 197 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NMB JASMINE LTD (Liberia)
- ISM manager: SEAMAR MANAGEMENT SA (USA)
- Last AIS position: 3°40.9′N · 100°2.4′E · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 15:39 UTC
- Destination: Charleston (US CHS) · ETA 29 November 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 BULK FRIENDSHIP?
BULK FRIENDSHIP is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BULK FRIENDSHIP?
The vessel has a length overall of 197 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 58,738 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BULK FRIENDSHIP?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 May 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has BULK FRIENDSHIP been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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