SHARAF (IMO 9225524)
SHARAF is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 48,893 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 28,085. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within various global trade routes. SHARAF is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under four different flag states and has been known by five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 352001985
- Call sign: 3E2820
- Gross tonnage: 28085
- Deadweight: 48893 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 86 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/02/2025, Baltimore, Maryland (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2025
- Registered owner: AF SHIPPING CO LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NAUTIVOYAGE SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 23°42.9′N · 037°22.9′E · Speed 4.2 kn · received 15 October 2026 at 08:09 UTC
- Destination: Yanbu Industrial City (SA YBI) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 14:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SHARAF?
SHARAF is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SHARAF?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 48,893 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,085.
Which classification society manages SHARAF?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history of the vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2025. All-time records show 86 inspections since 2001 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 February 2025.
Where has SHARAF been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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