AFRICAN TEAL (IMO 9691046)
AFRICAN TEAL is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 40,652 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 24,604, and a length overall of 180 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional commodity transport. AFRICAN TEAL is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the North America East Coast, and West Europe. It has previously operated under three different 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 29 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 311001216
- Call sign: C6GD5
- Gross tonnage: 24604
- Deadweight: 40652 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: ASTRA 16 LTD (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: MUR SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: DOCKENDALE SHIP MANAGEMENT FZC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 35°4.5′S · 022°14.6′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 06:10 UTC
- Destination: Chattogram (BD CGP) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AFRICAN TEAL?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 30 metres. These dimensions support its operation as a 40,652 DWT bulk carrier.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN TEAL?
AFRICAN TEAL is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 45 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Bahamas flag. It has operated under three different flag states throughout its service history.
Where has AFRICAN TEAL been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the North America East Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its recent operational footprint.
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