BLOCK ISLAND (IMO 9614969)
BLOCK ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,442, a gross tonnage of 34,795, and a length overall of 199.98 metres. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk transport. BLOCK ISLAND is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, the Mediterranean Sea, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three 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 5 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 563300700
- Call sign: 9V8718
- Gross tonnage: 34795
- Deadweight: 61442 t
- Length overall: 199.98 m
- Beam: 32.24 m
- Home port: Singapore
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2026
- Registered owner: BLOCK ISLAND PTE LTD
- Ship manager: PACIFIC BASIN SG PTE LTD
- ISM manager · DOC holder: PACIFIC BASIN SHIPPING SG PTE
- Last AIS position: 32°1.6′N · 135°51.6′E · Speed 9.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 07:07 UTC
- Destination: Buenaventura (CO BUN)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BLOCK ISLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.98 metres and a beam of 32.24 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.99 metres.
What is the capacity of the BLOCK ISLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,442 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,795.
Which classification society manages BLOCK ISLAND?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has BLOCK ISLAND been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
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