BBC OCEAN (IMO 9569530)
BBC OCEAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,252 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,344. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class. BBC OCEAN is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, East Asia, and South East Asia regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 305642000
- Call sign: V2FD6
- Gross tonnage: 5344
- Deadweight: 6252 t
- Length overall: 115.46 m
- Beam: 16.5 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/05/2022, Le Port (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: BBC CHARTERING CARRIERS GMBH (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE SHORTSEA GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 30°32.7′N · 129°27.4′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 23:10 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 20 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC OCEAN?
BBC OCEAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BBC OCEAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,252 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,344.
Which classification society manages BBC OCEAN?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BBC OCEAN been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 May 2022.
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