GRANDE AFRICA (IMO 9130949)
GRANDE AFRICA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,965 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 56,642. Given its configuration, it is designed for specialized roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. GRANDE AFRICA is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 September 2026.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 215751000
- Call sign: 9HA5268
- Gross tonnage: 56642
- Deadweight: 27965 t
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: VALLETTA - 9130949
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 81 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/11/2020, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/09/2026
- Registered owner: ACL VESSEL TWO H1696A AB (Sweden)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ATLANTIC CONTAINER LINE AB (Sweden)
- Last AIS position: 14°40.4′N · 017°25.4′W · Speed 15.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 10:46 UTC
- Destination: Dakar (SN DKR)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GRANDE AFRICA?
GRANDE AFRICA is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of GRANDE AFRICA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 27,965 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 56,642. It features a beam width of 32.25 metres.
Which classification society manages GRANDE AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
What is the engine power of GRANDE AFRICA?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 15,540 kW of power. This power rating supports its roll-on/roll-off cargo operations.
How many inspections has GRANDE AFRICA undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 September 2026. All-time records show 81 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 November 2020.
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