GABU REEFER (IMO 8300949)
GABU REEFER is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1983 and flying the Gambia flag, placing it in its 43rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,458 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,028. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. GABU REEFER is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. It has previously operated under one former name and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Gambia
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 629009266
- Call sign: C5J278
- Gross tonnage: 2028
- Deadweight: 2458 t
- Length overall: 84 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Home port: BANJUL
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: FISHING & CARGO SERVICES SA (Panama)
- Last AIS position: 6°20.4′N · 010°52.8′W · Speed 4.9 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 13:47 UTC
- Destination: Monrovia (LR MLW)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of GABU REEFER?
GABU REEFER is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1983 and is currently in its 43rd year of service.
What are the dimensions and tonnage of GABU REEFER?
The vessel has a beam of 13 metres. It reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,458 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,028.
Which classification society handles GABU REEFER?
The vessel is classed by the International Naval Surveys Bureau. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has GABU REEFER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. It is currently registered with the home port of Banjul.
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, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026. All-time records show 24 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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