APRIL 9 (IMO 8319392)
APRIL 9 is a Bulk Carrier built in 1984 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 42nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,215 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,861. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within a mid-sized tonnage class. APRIL 9 is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history involving 7 former names and 8 former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Comoros
- Year built: 1984
- MMSI: 620999017
- Call sign: D6A3023
- Gross tonnage: 16861
- Deadweight: 28215 t
- Length overall: 178 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/11/2022, Iskenderun (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: APRIL NINE DMCC (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CAPRAMAR GEMI ISLETMECILIGI (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 41°7.2′N · 037°23.8′E · Speed 0.8 kn · received 1 September 2026 at 12:10 UTC
- Destination: Ünye (TR UNY)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of APRIL 9?
APRIL 9 is a Bulk Carrier built in 1984. It is currently in its 42nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for APRIL 9?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,215 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,861.
Which classification society manages APRIL 9?
The vessel is classed by Phoenix Register of Shipping. This society is not listed as an IACS member.
Where has APRIL 9 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary recent geographic area recorded for the ship.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 49 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 75 inspections since 1998 and 9 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 November 2022.
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