BERGE KIBO (IMO 9741798)
BERGE KIBO is an Ore Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 261,012 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 135,472, and a length overall of 325 metres. This large-scale configuration is designed for heavy ore transport operations. BERGE KIBO is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2018, the most recent on 17 November 2021.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 636022282
- Call sign: 5LIA6
- Gross tonnage: 135472
- Deadweight: 261012 t
- Length overall: 325 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/11/2021
- Registered owner: BERGE KIBO CO INC
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: BERGE BULK MARITIME PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 20°2.8′S · 118°25.0′E · Speed 11.7 kn · constrained by draught · received 10 October 2026 at 16:51 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BERGE KIBO?
The vessel has a length overall of 325 metres and a beam of 57 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.624 metres.
What is the capacity of BERGE KIBO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 261,012 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 135,472.
Which classification society manages BERGE KIBO?
BERGE KIBO is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2018, the most recent on 17 November 2021.
Where has BERGE KIBO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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