VAFA-1 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1984 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 42nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,159 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,570. Given its size and configuration, it is a small-scale cargo unit suitable for regional coastal trades. VAFA-1 is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 April 2024.
VAFA-1 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1984. It is currently in its 42nd year of service.
The vessel has a beam of 12 metres and a maximum draught of 3.96 metres. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,570.
The vessel is equipped with two 8VDS 36/24 A-1 main engines. These engines were manufactured in Germany in 1983.
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 April 2024. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It currently flies the Russian flag and is registered to the home port of Astrakhan.
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