BBC EMERALD (IMO 9504750)
BBC EMERALD is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,371 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,838, and a length overall of 153.48 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo operations and container carriage. BBC EMERALD is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the South America East Coast, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 305857000
- Call sign: V2FZ2
- Gross tonnage: 12838
- Deadweight: 14371 t
- Length overall: 153.48 m
- Beam: 23.2 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner: LEO BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 14°54.8′N · 114°31.0′E · Speed 15.4 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 09:24 UTC
- Destination: Cape Town (ZA CPT) · ETA 3 November 2026 at 14:21 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC EMERALD?
The vessel has a length overall of 153.48 metres and a beam of 23.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC EMERALD?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,371 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,838.
Which classification society maintains BBC EMERALD?
BBC EMERALD is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the flag status of BBC EMERALD?
The vessel currently flies the Antigua and Barbuda flag. It is categorized in the white band for the Paris MoU and the grey band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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