AFRICAN WIND (IMO 9423633)
AFRICAN WIND is a General Cargo Ship built in 2010 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,450 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 20,973, and a length overall of 166.44 metres. This size and configuration support multi-purpose dry cargo and container carriage operations. AFRICAN WIND is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and West Europe over recent periods. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255805550
- Call sign: CQIA
- Gross tonnage: 20973
- Deadweight: 28450 t
- Length overall: 166.44 m
- Beam: 27.39 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 16/10/2024, Zhenjiang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: HERMINE BRAREN GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: ROERD BRAREN BEREEDERUNGS GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 8°43.5′S · 013°14.5′E · Speed 2.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 02:44 UTC
- Destination: Luanda (AO LAD)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AFRICAN WIND?
The vessel has a length overall of 166.44 metres and a beam of 27.39 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of AFRICAN WIND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,450 metric tonnes. It is specifically noted as a multi-purpose dry cargo ship equipped for the carriage of containers.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN WIND?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 October 2024.
Where has AFRICAN WIND been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa and West Europe regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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