BABITONGA BAY (IMO 9663776)
BABITONGA BAY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39,202 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,303, and a length overall of 179.99 metres. This size profile is typical for regional bulk trades. BABITONGA BAY is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 636022001
- Call sign: 5LGS4
- Gross tonnage: 25303
- Deadweight: 39202 t
- Length overall: 179.99 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2026
- Registered owner: NORWEST NAVIGATION SCS (Luxembourg)
- Ship manager: COMPANHIA DE NAVEGACAO NORSUL (Brazil)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 20°17.6′S · 040°14.1′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 06:15 UTC
- Destination: Praia Mole Pt / Vitória (BR PRM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BABITONGA BAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 179.99 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.5 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BABITONGA BAY?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 39,202 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,303.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
BABITONGA BAY is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has BABITONGA BAY been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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