BBC RUBY (IMO 9563744)
BBC RUBY is a General Cargo Ship built in 2016 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,310 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,838, and a length overall of 153.45 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo operations including container carriage and heavy cargo. BBC RUBY is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, North Europe, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 305908000
- Call sign: V2GD8
- Gross tonnage: 12838
- Deadweight: 14310 t
- Length overall: 153.45 m
- Beam: 23.2 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/08/2026
- Registered owner: RANTUM BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 9°37.2′N · 109°37.0′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 18:47 UTC
- Destination: Taichung (TW TXG) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 15:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC RUBY?
The vessel has a length overall of 153.45 metres and a beam of 23.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC RUBY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,310 metric tonnes. It also reports a gross tonnage of 12,838.
Which classification society maintains BBC RUBY?
BBC RUBY is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for BBC RUBY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 August 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has BBC RUBY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including West Africa and North Europe. It has also been observed operating in South East Asia.
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