BBC RHINE (IMO 9539377)
BBC RHINE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,809 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 14,859, and a length overall of 161.47 metres. This configuration supports multi-purpose dry cargo operations and heavy cargo transport. BBC RHINE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has a history of 5 former names and 5 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 304161000
- Call sign: V2HZ9
- Gross tonnage: 14859
- Deadweight: 17809 t
- Length overall: 161.47 m
- Beam: 25.22 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 06/09/2022, Hamburg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/07/2026
- Registered owner: HOLTHUSEN BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 31°55.2′N · 122°17.2′E · Speed 4.9 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 11:15 UTC
- Destination: Nantong (CN NTG) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 20:31 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC RHINE?
The vessel has a length overall of 161.47 metres and a beam of 25.22 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.6 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC RHINE?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 17,809 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,859.
Which classification society manages BBC RHINE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, 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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2013 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 6 September 2022.
Where has BBC RHINE been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Singapore Strait. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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