AFRICAN STAR (IMO 9435325)
AFRICAN STAR is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Nigeria flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,030 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,833. This size and type suggest its use in regional oil product transport.
AFRICAN STAR is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region over recent periods. It has a history of operating under seven different flags and has been registered under five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2025.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Nigeria
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 657309300
- Call sign: 5N2480
- Gross tonnage: 7833
- Deadweight: 13030 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 14/01/2025, Fos sur mer (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/01/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SHIP & SHORE SERVICES LTD (Nigeria)
- Last AIS position: 4°19.8′N · 007°6.0′E · Speed 0.5 kn
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN STAR?
AFRICAN STAR is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AFRICAN STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,030 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,833.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN STAR?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Suspended.
Where has AFRICAN STAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa region. This area represents its primary recent geographic area of operation.
What is the port-state control history of AFRICAN STAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2025. All-time records show 23 inspections since 2007 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 January 2025.
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