BBG GRACE (IMO 9702704)
BBG GRACE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,952 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,007, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. BBG GRACE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and the New Guinea Pacific region. It has previously operated under one earlier flag and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 477790100
- Call sign: VRNU8
- Gross tonnage: 43007
- Deadweight: 81952 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner: TIANJIN YUYUE7 LEASING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: BG SHIPPING CO LTD-HKG (China)
- ISM manager: WAH KWONG SHIP MANAGEMENT HK (China)
- Last AIS position: 33°8.8′S · 151°42.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 12:51 UTC
- Destination: NTL AU
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBG GRACE?
BBG GRACE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BBG GRACE?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 81,952 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages BBG GRACE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has BBG GRACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in Australia and New Zealand, the Gulf of Mexico, and the New Guinea Pacific. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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