CAFFA (IMO 9143611)
CAFFA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Guinea False flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,337 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 2,914, and a length overall of 96 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal trades. CAFFA is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 April 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Guinea False
- Year built: 1997
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 2914
- Deadweight: 4337 t
- Length overall: 96 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/04/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CAFFA SHIPPING LTD (Mahe Island Seychelles)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of CAFFA?
The vessel has a length overall of 96 metres. It also features a beam width of 13 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of CAFFA?
CAFFA has a deadweight tonnage of 4,337 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,914.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 April 2025. All-time records show 54 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
What is the classification of CAFFA?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many times has the vessel changed names or flags?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names throughout its service. It has also operated under 3 different flag states previously.
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