BBC AUSTRALIA (IMO 9569528)
BBC AUSTRALIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,264 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,344, and a length overall of 115.47 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo operations. BBC AUSTRALIA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, New Guinea Pacific, and Australia and New Zealand. It has operated under two former flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 305537000
- Call sign: V2ES6
- Gross tonnage: 5344
- Deadweight: 6264 t
- Length overall: 115.47 m
- Beam: 16.49 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/05/2026, Port Kembla (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: BBC PROJECT CHARTERING GMBH (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE SHORTSEA GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 10°2.2′S · 140°3.4′E · Speed 8.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:57 UTC
- Destination: Brisbane (AU BNE) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 08:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC AUSTRALIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 115.47 metres and a beam of 16.49 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.7 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC AUSTRALIA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,264 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,344.
Which classification society maintains BBC AUSTRALIA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2010 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 May 2026.
Where has BBC AUSTRALIA been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been active in the Australia and New Zealand and New Guinea Pacific regions.
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