BEETLE (IMO 9615066)
BEETLE 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 28,198 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,009. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk cargo operations. BEETLE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Celebes, Java, and Molucca Seas. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636021709
- Call sign: 5LFI2
- Gross tonnage: 17009
- Deadweight: 28198 t
- Length overall: 170 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/09/2026
- Registered owner: SHIP II SHORE LLC
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HORIZON OFFSHORE SERVICES LLC
- Last AIS position: 26°46.0′N · 080°3.1′W · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 8 October 2026 at 13:40 UTC
- Destination: Palm (US PQM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BEETLE?
BEETLE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BEETLE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,198 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,009.
Which classification society maintains BEETLE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BEETLE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Celebes, Java, and Molucca Seas.
What is the PSC inspection history for BEETLE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 September 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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