BUILDER (IMO 9589255)
BUILDER 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 81,541 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 44,289. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in global dry bulk commodities transport. BUILDER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under five different flags and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636020873
- Call sign: 5LBD3
- Gross tonnage: 44289
- Deadweight: 81541 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/10/2026
- Registered owner: VALROSE MARINE CORP (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: NAVILANDS BULKER MANAGEMENT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 32°41.4′S · 060°42.3′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 19:22 UTC
- Destination: AR SLO
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BUILDER?
BUILDER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BUILDER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,541 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 44,289.
Which classification society manages BUILDER?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. 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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 October 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has BUILDER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the South America East Coast. It has also been observed operating near West Africa.
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