AFRICAN SPIRIT (IMO 8111001)
AFRICAN SPIRIT is an Offshore Supply Ship built in 1983 and flying the Nigeria flag, placing it in its 43rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,512 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,169. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized offshore support operations. AFRICAN SPIRIT is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the West Africa region. It has previously operated under six different flag states and has been registered under three former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 14 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 7 June 2017.
- Type: Offshore Supply Ship
- Flag: Nigeria
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 657170600
- Call sign: 5OGM
- Gross tonnage: 2169
- Deadweight: 2512 t
- Beam: 17.5 m
- Home port: Lagos
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/06/2017
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: GOSL NIGERIA LTD (Nigeria)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN SPIRIT?
AFRICAN SPIRIT is an Offshore Supply Ship. It was built in 1983 and is currently in its 43rd year of service.
What are the dimensions and tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel has a beam of 17.5 metres. It reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,512 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,169.
What is the classification status of AFRICAN SPIRIT?
The vessel is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has the vessel been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. This area is consistent with its current Nigerian flag registration.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 14 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 7 June 2017.
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