BYD EXPLORER NO. 1 (IMO 9955181)
BYD EXPLORER NO. 1 is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2024 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,177 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 69,407. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive units. BYD EXPLORER NO. 1 is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2025.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636022995
- Call sign: 5LLK9
- Gross tonnage: 69407
- Deadweight: 19177 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/11/2025
- Registered owner: TAIHEI KAIUN/FRIEND SHINE SHPG (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ZODIAC MARITIME LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 34°31.8′S · 018°26.1′E · Speed 17.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 15:17 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 29 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BYD EXPLORER NO. 1?
BYD EXPLORER NO. 1 is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BYD EXPLORER NO. 1?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 19,177 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 69,407.
Which classification society manages BYD EXPLORER NO. 1?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BYD EXPLORER NO. 1 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, West Africa, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. These regions represent its recent operational geography.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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