UAL AFRICA (IMO 9529243)
UAL AFRICA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,327 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,568. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. UAL AFRICA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 245890000
- Call sign: PBCC
- Gross tonnage: 5568
- Deadweight: 8327 t
- Length overall: 119 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2026
- Registered owner: UAL AFRICA CV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: UNIVERSAL AFRICA LINES NV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: NESCOS SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 4°39.5′N · 007°9.1′E · Speed 8.2 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 13:38 UTC
- Destination: Onne (NG ONN)
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Frequently asked questions
UAL AFRICA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
UAL AFRICA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for UAL AFRICA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,327 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,568.
Which classification society manages UAL AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has UAL AFRICA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa region.
What is the PSC inspection history for UAL AFRICA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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