BELGUARDIAN (IMO 9911654)
BELGUARDIAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 61,070, a gross tonnage of 34,617, and a length overall of 199.95 metres. This size and capacity profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or mid-range dry bulk transport. BELGUARDIAN is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 257791000
- Call sign: LANS8
- Gross tonnage: 34617
- Deadweight: 61070 t
- Length overall: 199.95 m
- Beam: 32.23 m
- Home port: EGERSUND
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/10/2024, Vancouver (Paris MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2026
- Registered owner: TAKANAWA LINE/TOYO KAIUN (Japan)
- Ship manager: NORWEGIAN BULK CARRIERS AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BELSHIPS MANAGEMENT SINGAPORE
- Last AIS position: 1°5.0′S · 105°5.6′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 09:56 UTC
- Destination: KOH SI CHANG TPP · ETA 13 October 2026 at 22:14 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BELGUARDIAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.95 metres and a beam of 32.23 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 13 metres.
What is the capacity of the BELGUARDIAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,070 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,617.
Which classification society manages BELGUARDIAN?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with several specific notations including ESP and LCS.
Where has BELGUARDIAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa, South Africa, and East Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2021 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 October 2024.
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