BERGE TOWNSEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 175,588 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,971. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for significant dry bulk commodity transport. BERGE TOWNSEND is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025.
BERGE TOWNSEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 175,588 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,971.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been spotted in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 November 2025. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2012 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 May 2025.
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