ALFA (IMO 9296808)
ALFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 77,328 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,219. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk commodity transport. ALFA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 538002511
- Call sign: V7JF9
- Gross tonnage: 40219
- Deadweight: 77328 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/09/2022, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: POSITANO MARINE INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PAVIMAR SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 51°42.1′N · 144°33.8′W · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 2 October 2026 at 11:52 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 20 October 2026 at 16:19 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ALFA?
ALFA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ALFA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 77,328 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,219.
Which classification society manages ALFA?
ALFA is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized 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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 September 2022.
Where has ALFA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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