AFRICAN GRIFFON (IMO 9701205)
AFRICAN GRIFFON 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 61,286, a gross tonnage of 34,815, and no length overall is provided. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. AFRICAN GRIFFON is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 311000269
- Call sign: C6BI2
- Gross tonnage: 34815
- Deadweight: 61286 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/07/2026
- Registered owner: AFRICAN GRIFFON SHIPPING-BAH (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: MUR SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: DOCKENDALE SHIP MANAGEMENT (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 22°18.7′N · 068°41.6′E · Speed 4.1 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 04:46 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN GRIFFON?
AFRICAN GRIFFON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AFRICAN GRIFFON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,286 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,815.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN GRIFFON?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has AFRICAN GRIFFON been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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