BBC OPAL (IMO 9506758)
BBC OPAL is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,359 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,810, and a length overall of 153.52 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo operations and container carriage. BBC OPAL is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under two different flag states and has been registered under six former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 305776000
- Call sign: V2FR9
- Gross tonnage: 12810
- Deadweight: 14359 t
- Length overall: 153.52 m
- Beam: 23.21 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/10/2026
- Registered owner: SENDA J (Germany)
- Ship manager: JUNGERHANS MARITIME SERVICES (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: JUNGERHANS HEAVY-LIFT-FLEET (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 39°19.7′N · 011°27.5′W · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 15:52 UTC
- Destination: Dahej (IN DAH) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 06:43 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC OPAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 153.52 metres and a beam of 23.21 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC OPAL?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,359 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,810.
Which classification society maintains BBC OPAL?
BBC OPAL is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 5 October 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
The vessel has been registered under six different former names throughout its career. It has also operated under two different flag states prior to its current registry.
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