MDS APHRODITE (IMO 9480708)
MDS APHRODITE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 34,423, a gross tonnage of 23,456, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. MDS APHRODITE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538011992
- Call sign: V7A3783
- Gross tonnage: 23456
- Deadweight: 34423 t
- Length overall: 181 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/09/2020, Ventanas (Tokyo MoU / Vina Del Mar MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/08/2026
- Registered owner: MDS APHRODITE INC
- Ship manager · ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 33°21.5′S · 060°9.3′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 03:35 UTC
- Destination: San Nicolás de los Arroyos (AR SNS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MDS APHRODITE?
MDS APHRODITE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MDS APHRODITE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 34,423. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,456.
Which classification society maintains MDS APHRODITE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MDS APHRODITE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded operating along the South America East Coast.
What is the port-state control record for MDS APHRODITE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 3 August 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 September 2020.
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