BRAVEWIND (IMO 9886330)
BRAVEWIND is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,532 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,922, and a length overall of 149 metres. This vessel is configured for heavy lift and specialized cargo operations. BRAVEWIND is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the broader North Europe/West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 255806364
- Call sign: CQEE9
- Gross tonnage: 8922
- Deadweight: 10532 t
- Length overall: 149 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/01/2026
- Registered owner: VESTVIND III GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager: UNITED WIND LOGISTICS (Germany)
- Technical manager: United Engineering Solutions GmbH
- Technical manager: UHL Shipmanagement GmbH & Co. KG
- ISM manager: UHL SHIPMANAGEMENT GMBH & CO (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 55°27.1′N · 008°28.5′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 19:11 UTC
- Destination: Esbjerg (DK EBJ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BRAVEWIND?
BRAVEWIND is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2020 and is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the dimensions of BRAVEWIND?
The vessel has a length overall of 149 metres and a beam of 28 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 8,922.
Which classification society manages BRAVEWIND?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for BRAVEWIND?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 January 2026. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
Where has BRAVEWIND been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe. Its recent geographic footprint includes these regions and the combined North Europe/West Europe area.
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