BD 51 (IMO 9505003)
BD 51 is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2009 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,163 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,493, and a length overall of 212 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport within the bitumen and asphalt sector. BD 51 is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 36 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 8 October 2022.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 374698000
- Call sign: H9QH
- Gross tonnage: 5493
- Deadweight: 6163 t
- Length overall: 212 m
- Beam: 34 m
- Home port: BRIDGETOWN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/08/2020, Vishakhapatnam (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/10/2022
- Registered owner: FACTION SA (China)
- Ship manager: HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL (China)
- Technical manager: SPRING SHIP MANAGEMENT - F.Z.E
- ISM manager: SPRING SHIP MANAGEMENT FZE (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 24°44.6′N · 056°36.6′E · Speed 2.1 kn · received 12 May 2026 at 08:12 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BD 51?
BD 51 is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BD 51?
The vessel has a length overall of 212 metres and a beam of 34 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 6,163 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BD 51?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for BD 51?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 36 inspections are on file since 2009, the most recent on 8 October 2022.
Where has BD 51 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Africa and South Asia regions. It currently flies the Panama flag.
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