AFRICAN DIPPER 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 40,481, a gross tonnage of 24,725, and a length overall of 180 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within mid-sized tonnage classes. AFRICAN DIPPER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and South East Asia 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 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 March 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 30 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its 40,481 DWT bulk carrier configuration.
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 20 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 80 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 March 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2015 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 September 2025.
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. These areas represent its recent recent geographic activity.
The vessel has been registered under 2 former names during its service life. It has also operated under 2 different flag states prior to its current Bahamas registry.
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