BBC SATURN (IMO 9932127)
BBC SATURN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2022 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,255 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,163, and a length overall of 180 metres. This size and type suggest a versatile capability for regional cargo transport. BBC SATURN is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 November 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 636093089
- Call sign: 5LEY5
- Gross tonnage: 25163
- Deadweight: 40255 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/11/2025
- Registered owner: MARIENTIEF BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 29°58.1′N · 090°15.4′W · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 13:51 UTC
- Destination: New Orleans (US MSY)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC SATURN?
BBC SATURN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the dimensions of BBC SATURN?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres. It also features a beam width of 30 metres.
Which classification society manages BBC SATURN?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. 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 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 28 November 2025. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
Where has BBC SATURN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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