SAFIA (IMO 8404460)
SAFIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985 and flying the Togo flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,816 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,920, and a length overall of 87 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport operations. SAFIA is classed by Columbus American Register, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 5 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Togo
- Year built: 1985
- MMSI: 671100100
- Call sign: 5VHB4
- Gross tonnage: 2920
- Deadweight: 4816 t
- Length overall: 87.02 m
- Beam: 15.7 m
- Home port: AVATIU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 5
- Last PSC detention: 05/03/2026, Mersin (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: LARA SHIPPING MARITIME SA-HON (Honduras)
- ISM manager: GMZ SHIP MANAGEMENT CO SA (Lebanon)
- Last AIS position: 31°11.3′N · 029°52.8′E · Speed 5.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 18:57 UTC
- Destination: Alexandria (EG ALY)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when SAFIA arrives in Alexandria. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAFIA?
SAFIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the dimensions of SAFIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 87 metres. Its moulded beam is recorded at 15.7 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAFIA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 5 detentions, with 161 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 1998 and 12 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 March 2026.
Which flag does SAFIA fly?
The vessel currently flies the Togo flag. It has operated under three different flag states previously in its history.
What is the classification status of SAFIA?
The vessel is classed by Columbus American Register. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
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