BUFFALO (IMO 9583160)
BUFFALO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,177 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,022, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in various dry bulk commodity trades. BUFFALO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636021532
- Call sign: 5LEJ9
- Gross tonnage: 43022
- Deadweight: 82177 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/08/2020, Pivdennyi (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/08/2026
- Registered owner: PI SHIPHOLDING LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: BLUMENTHAL JMK GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- ISM manager: BLUMENTHAL ASIA PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 36°38.7′N · 029°12.0′W · Speed 11.1 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 04:28 UTC
- Destination: Newport News (US NNS) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BUFFALO?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions correspond to its 82,177 DWT bulk carrier configuration.
Which classification society maintains BUFFALO?
BUFFALO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
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 28 August 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 August 2020.
Where has BUFFALO been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 2 former names during its service life. It has also operated under 2 different flag states previously.
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