AFRICAN ARROW (IMO 9727297)
AFRICAN ARROW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 61,285 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 34,778. At this capacity, it is configured for various dry bulk commodities. AFRICAN ARROW is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 356320000
- Call sign: HPHN
- Gross tonnage: 34778
- Deadweight: 61285 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 33 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/11/2025
- Registered owner: AZALEA LINE SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: YANO KAIUN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 21°17.1′S · 038°30.4′W · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 07:54 UTC
- Destination: Santos (BR SSZ) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
AFRICAN ARROW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
AFRICAN ARROW is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AFRICAN ARROW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,285 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,778.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN ARROW?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 November 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
Where has AFRICAN ARROW been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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