BBC OLYMPUS (IMO 9508457)
BBC OLYMPUS is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,317 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,255, and a length overall of 125.79 metres. This vessel is configured as a multi-purpose unit suitable for various cargo operations. BBC OLYMPUS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 305823000
- Call sign: V2FW4
- Gross tonnage: 8255
- Deadweight: 9317 t
- Length overall: 125.79 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 16/04/2026, Batam (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/04/2026
- Registered owner: AMDORF BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 31°53.2′S · 115°33.3′E · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:25 UTC
- Destination: Samalaju (MY SIP) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC OLYMPUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 125.79 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.6 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC OLYMPUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,317 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,255.
Which classification society manages BBC OLYMPUS?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 April 2026.
Where has BBC OLYMPUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Africa. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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