BBC APOLLO (IMO 9972488)
BBC APOLLO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 3rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,565 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,171. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for versatile bulk cargo operations. BBC APOLLO is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and Australia and New Zealand/South East Asia regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 636093230
- Call sign: 5LNN8
- Gross tonnage: 25171
- Deadweight: 40565 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/04/2026
- Registered owner: BEENSLEY BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 13°9.6′S · 159°58.2′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 18:50 UTC
- Destination: Matarani (PE MRI) · ETA 6 November 2026 at 21:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BBC APOLLO?
BBC APOLLO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023. It is currently in its 3rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BBC APOLLO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,565 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,171.
Which classification society manages BBC APOLLO?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BBC APOLLO been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been active in Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for BBC APOLLO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 April 2026. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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