BBC CERES (IMO 9972490)
BBC CERES is a Handymax bulk carrier built in 2024 and flying the flag of Liberia; it is in its 2nd year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 40,600 tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,171, and a length overall of 179 metres. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products. BBC CERES has been classed since 24 January 2024 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed most often in Central America and the Gulf of Mexico; the east coast of South America; and West Africa (latest area report: October 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and two other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636093231
- Call sign: 5LNO3
- Gross tonnage: 25171
- Deadweight: 40600 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2026
- Registered owner: ENGELSAND BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 49°17.5′N · 123°13.9′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 16 October 2026 at 12:28 UTC
- Destination: Vancouver (CA VAN)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is BBC CERES?
BBC CERES is a Handymax bulk carrier built in 2024. It is in its 2nd year of service. Bulk carriers of this size are usually fitted with their own cranes and carry grain, fertilisers, minerals and steel products.
What is the deadweight of BBC CERES?
BBC CERES has a deadweight of 40,600 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 25,171. It measures 179 metres overall.
What flag does BBC CERES fly?
BBC CERES flies the flag of Liberia. Earlier it sailed under two other flags.
Who classes BBC CERES?
BBC CERES has been classed since 24 January 2024 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many port state control inspections has BBC CERES had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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