AFRICA SUN (IMO 9359105)
AFRICA SUN is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Djibouti flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,719 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,956. At this scale, the vessel is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. AFRICA SUN is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and two former flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Djibouti
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 621819050
- Call sign: J2JH
- Gross tonnage: 9956
- Deadweight: 13719 t
- Length overall: 148 m
- Beam: 23.25 m
- Home port: DJIBOUTI - DJ001/DNSC/20
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DJIBOUTI SHIPPING CO FZE (Djibouti)
- ISM manager: POSEIDON MARITIME EE (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 12°48.2′N · 044°59.6′E · Speed 1.8 kn · received 18 October 2026 at 23:24 UTC
- Destination: Aden (YE ADE)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICA SUN?
AFRICA SUN is a container ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for AFRICA SUN?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 9,730 kW. This power output supports its operations as a container ship.
What is the dimension of the vessel?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 23.25 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 9,956 and a deadweight of 13,719 metric tonnes.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 September 2026. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages AFRICA SUN?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
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