FRANBO BRAVO (IMO 9965538)
FRANBO BRAVO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,099 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 24,496. At this capacity, it is configured for specialized bulk cargo operations. FRANBO BRAVO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region, East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 538011248
- Call sign: V7A6854
- Gross tonnage: 24496
- Deadweight: 40099 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/11/2025
- Registered owner: FRANBO BRAVO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PREVALENT CREATION CORP
- Last AIS position: 32°32.6′N · 136°7.8′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 08:43 UTC
- Destination: Muhammad Bin Qasim/Karachi (PK BQM) · ETA 2 November 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FRANBO BRAVO?
FRANBO BRAVO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FRANBO BRAVO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,099 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 24,496.
Which classification society maintains FRANBO BRAVO?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FRANBO BRAVO been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Australia and New Zealand region, East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific. These observations cover its recent operational movements.
What is the port-state control record for FRANBO BRAVO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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