BBG JOURNEY (IMO 9789879)
BBG JOURNEY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,204 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 43,780. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk transport. BBG JOURNEY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 477096500
- Call sign: VRQW8
- Gross tonnage: 43780
- Deadweight: 82204 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2026
- Registered owner: TIANJIN YUYUE9 LEASING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: BG SHIPPING CO LTD-HKG (China)
- ISM manager: WAH KWONG SHIP MANAGEMENT HK (China)
- Last AIS position: 25°37.0′S · 048°9.3′W · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 14 October 2026 at 02:21 UTC
- Destination: Paranaguá (BR PNG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBG JOURNEY?
BBG JOURNEY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BBG JOURNEY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,204 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,780.
Which classification society maintains BBG JOURNEY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BBG JOURNEY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South China Sea and East Asia. It has also been observed operating within South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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