BBC GANGES (IMO 9508304)
BBC GANGES is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,943 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,974, and a length overall of 143.13 metres. This configuration supports multi-purpose dry cargo operations and container carriage. BBC GANGES is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, West Africa, South Asia, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 305529000
- Call sign: V2ER7
- Gross tonnage: 12974
- Deadweight: 16943 t
- Length overall: 143.13 m
- Beam: 22.81 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: ROBINSBALJE BRIESE SCHIFFHARTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 21°50.5′S · 040°42.1′W · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 09:53 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC GANGES?
The vessel has a length overall of 143.13 metres and a beam of 22.81 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.7 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC GANGES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,943 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,974.
Which classification society manages BBC GANGES?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has BBC GANGES been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has also been noted in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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