AFRICA NOVA (IMO 9432256)
AFRICA NOVA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,781, a gross tonnage of 33,044, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is sized for various dry bulk commodity trades. AFRICA NOVA is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Asia, and East Asia/South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under two former flags and has been known by five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538011426
- Call sign: V7A7116
- Gross tonnage: 33044
- Deadweight: 56781 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 12/03/2025, Trieste (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: WEALTH CYNTHIA SHIPPING
- ISM manager: YUYANGKUNPENG SHANGHAI SHP MGM (China)
- Last AIS position: 6°26.5′N · 003°23.2′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 14:18 UTC
- Destination: Lagos (NG LOS)
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Frequently asked questions
AFRICA NOVA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
AFRICA NOVA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AFRICA NOVA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 56,781 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 33,044.
Which classification society manages AFRICA NOVA?
AFRICA NOVA is classed by Bureau Veritas. The current classification status for the vessel is Reassigned.
Where has AFRICA NOVA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia and South East Asia regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for AFRICA NOVA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 76 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 October 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2012 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 March 2025.
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