BOKA VANGUARD (IMO 9618783)
BOKA VANGUARD is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Curacao flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 116,173 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,784, and a length overall of 275 metres. This capacity and type indicate its role in specialized heavy-lift and transport operations. BOKA VANGUARD is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 July 2025.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 248201000
- Call sign: 9HA6549
- Gross tonnage: 91784
- Deadweight: 116173 t
- Length overall: 275 m
- Beam: 99 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/07/2025
- Registered owner: DOCKWISE VANGUARD BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: BOSKALIS OFFSHORE HEAVY MARINE (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°14.3′N · 103°53.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 15:27 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BOKA VANGUARD?
BOKA VANGUARD is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BOKA VANGUARD?
The vessel has a length overall of 275 metres and a beam of 70 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 116,173 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BOKA VANGUARD?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BOKA VANGUARD been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for BOKA VANGUARD?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 July 2025. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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