FSO AFRICA (IMO 9224764)
FSO AFRICA is a FSO, Oil built in 2002 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 432,023 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 236,638. Given its significant deadweight and specialized FSO configuration, it is designed for large-scale floating storage operations. FSO AFRICA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under three different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 26 November 2008.
- Type: FSO, Oil
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 538002388
- Call sign: V7IJ5
- Gross tonnage: 236638
- Deadweight: 432023 t
- Length overall: 380 m
- Beam: 68 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/11/2008
- Registered owner: TI AFRICA LTD (Belgium)
- Ship manager: CMB.TECH NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: EURONAV SHIP MGMT SAS (France)
- Last AIS position: 26°40.2′N · 051°54.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 13 October 2026 at 23:37 UTC
- Destination: ALS SBM 4 · ETA 21 March 2027 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FSO AFRICA?
FSO AFRICA is an FSO, Oil type vessel. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of FSO AFRICA?
The vessel has a length overall of 380 metres and a beam of 68 metres. It carries a significant deadweight tonnage of 432,023 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages FSO AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 7 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 26 November 2008.
Where has FSO AFRICA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently operates under the Marshall Islands flag.
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