BAR (IMO 9693496)

BAR is a Handysize bulk carrier built in 2014 and flying the flag of Montenegro; it is in its 12th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 35,000 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 24,288. Bulk carriers of this size carry grain, steel products, timber and other minor bulks and can call at smaller ports. BAR has been classed since 18 September 2014 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 28 July 2024. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Singapore Strait (latest area report: April 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is BAR?

BAR is a Handysize bulk carrier built in 2014. It is in its 12th year of service. Bulk carriers of this size carry grain, steel products, timber and other minor bulks and can call at smaller ports.

What is the deadweight of BAR?

BAR has a deadweight of 35,000 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 24,288.

What flag does BAR fly?

BAR flies the flag of Montenegro. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.

Who classes BAR?

BAR has been classed since 18 September 2014 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 28 July 2024.

How many port state control inspections has BAR had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 50 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2014 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 22 November 2023.

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