APRIL (IMO 9384916)
APRIL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,859 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 89,603, and a length overall of 289 metres. This vessel is configured for significant bulk cargo transport operations. APRIL is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, North America East Coast, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 305049300
- Call sign: V2B2049
- Gross tonnage: 89603
- Deadweight: 176859 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 57267-PEXT
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 08/03/2026, Zhanjiang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/05/2026
- Registered owner: APRIL MARITIME & TRADING INC
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SPARK GEMI ISLETMECILIGI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 4°22.3′S · 081°14.4′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:33 UTC
- Destination: Tubarão Pt / Vitória (BR TUB) · ETA 6 November 2026 at 10:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of APRIL?
The vessel has a length overall of 289 metres and a beam of 45 metres. These dimensions support its operation as a large-scale bulk carrier.
What is the engine power of APRIL?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 16,860 kW. This power output is used to drive its bulk carrier propulsion systems.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 32 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 May 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2007 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 8 March 2026.
What is the flag and MoU status of APRIL?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. It is categorized in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 3 former names throughout its service history. It has also operated under 3 different flags previously.
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