SUNNY BOFFA (IMO 9253090)
SUNNY BOFFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 172,565 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 87,413. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for global dry bulk commodities transport. SUNNY BOFFA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 636018299
- Call sign: D5PB9
- Gross tonnage: 87413
- Deadweight: 172565 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/03/2026
- Registered owner: FRUITFUL SHIPPING SA
- Ship manager: WINNING ALLIANCE S PTE LTD
- ISM manager: QINGDAO WINNING INTL SHIPS (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°44.1′N · 123°54.9′E · Speed 9.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 04:49 UTC
- Destination: Yantai (CN YAT) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 03:42 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUNNY BOFFA?
SUNNY BOFFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SUNNY BOFFA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 172,565 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 87,413.
Which classification society manages SUNNY BOFFA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
Where has SUNNY BOFFA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including South Africa, West Africa, and East Asia. These observations cover its recent operational transit through these maritime zones.
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