NOVA CALEDONIA (IMO 8518807)
NOVA CALEDONIA is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the Congo (Democratic Republic) flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,544 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,964. This vessel is configured for refrigerated cargo operations. NOVA CALEDONIA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and two former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 46 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 24 March 2022.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Congo (Democratic Republic)
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 676004600
- Call sign: 9PAN004
- Gross tonnage: 4964
- Deadweight: 6544 t
- Beam: 17.8 m
- Home port: MATADI - MA598RDC
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/09/2013, St Eustatius (Caribbean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/03/2022
- Registered owner · Ship manager: AFRICAN SHIPPING SARL (Democratic Republic of Congo)
- Last AIS position: 5°51.4′S · 013°0.6′E · moored · received 10 August 2025 at 11:54 UTC
- Destination: Boma (CD BOA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NOVA CALEDONIA?
NOVA CALEDONIA is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for this vessel?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 5,150 kW of power. This power rating supports its operations as a refrigerated cargo carrier.
What are the dimensions of NOVA CALEDONIA?
The vessel has a reported beam of 17.8 metres. Specific length overall and draught measurements are not provided in the current data.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 46 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 24 March 2022.
What is the classification status of NOVA CALEDONIA?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale with the notation C #. Its current classification status is recorded as Withdrawn.
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