KAPITAN AFANASYEV (IMO 9130133)
KAPITAN AFANASYEV is a Container Ship built in 1998 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,380 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,542. This size and configuration are typical for regional container transport operations. KAPITAN AFANASYEV is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 667002354
- Call sign: 9LS2057
- Gross tonnage: 16542
- Deadweight: 23380 t
- Beam: 25.3 m
- Home port: Freetown
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 101 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: AFANASYEV LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: STEAM LINE MIDDLE EAST SHPG (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 20°35.4′N · 111°43.6′E · Speed 13.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 23:03 UTC
- Destination: Haiphong (VN HPH) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 00:35 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KAPITAN AFANASYEV?
KAPITAN AFANASYEV is a container ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of KAPITAN AFANASYEV?
The vessel has a beam of 25.3 metres and a maximum draught of 9.87 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 23,380 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages KAPITAN AFANASYEV?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 6RTA 62U model. It is a single-engine configuration with a power rating of 13,320.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 101 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
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