AFRICAN SWIFT (IMO 9618018)
AFRICAN SWIFT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,481 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 24,725. This capacity is typical for smaller bulk carriers engaged in regional dry bulk trades. AFRICAN SWIFT is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 20 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 311001217
- Call sign: C6GD6
- Gross tonnage: 24725
- Deadweight: 40481 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 19/09/2024, Auckland (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner: TROPIC 3 LTD (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: MUR SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: DOCKENDALE SHIP MANAGEMENT FZC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 1°28.8′S · 048°46.9′W · Speed 10.9 kn · at anchor · received 19 October 2026 at 03:20 UTC
- Destination: Vila do Conde (PT VIC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN SWIFT?
AFRICAN SWIFT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 40,481 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 24,725.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN SWIFT?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Africa, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 20 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 57 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2014 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 September 2024.
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