GOLDEN FRIEND (IMO 9854301)
GOLDEN FRIEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Belgium flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,206, a gross tonnage of 44,094, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within the global maritime trade. GOLDEN FRIEND is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South America East Coast, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Belgium
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 205426000
- Call sign: ONPD
- Gross tonnage: 44094
- Deadweight: 81206 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2026
- Registered owner: CMB TECH BELGIUM NV (Bermuda)
- Ship manager: GOLDEN OCEAN GROUP LTD (Bermuda)
- ISM manager: BERNHARD SCHULTE SINGAPORE
- Last AIS position: 32°37.1′S · 032°57.1′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 20:29 UTC
- Destination: Port Louis (MU PLU) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 22:43 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GOLDEN FRIEND?
GOLDEN FRIEND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for GOLDEN FRIEND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,206 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 44,094.
Which classification society manages GOLDEN FRIEND?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
Where has GOLDEN FRIEND been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including Australia and New Zealand, South Africa, and the South America East Coast. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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