BBC VESUVIUS (IMO 9508471)
BBC VESUVIUS 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 9,310 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,255, and a length overall of 125.8 metres. It is configured as a multi-purpose vessel capable of handling heavy cargo and container carriage. BBC VESUVIUS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 305865000
- Call sign: V2GB4
- Gross tonnage: 8255
- Deadweight: 9310 t
- Length overall: 125.8 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 31/05/2022, Istanbul (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/07/2026
- Registered owner: JENNELT BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 37°50.4′N · 122°26.9′W · Speed 9.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 22:02 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (US VAN) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 21:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC VESUVIUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 125.8 metres and a beam of 22 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.6 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC VESUVIUS?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 9,310 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,255.
Which classification society maintains BBC VESUVIUS?
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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 July 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2013 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 May 2022.
Where has BBC VESUVIUS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and the Gulf of Mexico. These areas include the North America East Coast and West Europe regions.
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