PAN AFRICA (IMO 9750256)
PAN AFRICA is a LNG Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 88,438 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 114,996. This capacity and type indicate its role in the specialized transport of liquefied natural gas. PAN AFRICA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South Asia, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 December 2025.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 477168300
- Call sign: VRQC5
- Gross tonnage: 114996
- Deadweight: 88438 t
- Length overall: 290 m
- Beam: 47 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/12/2025
- Registered owner: PAN AFRICA LNG TRANSPORTATION (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: SEAPEAK MARITIME GLASGOW LTD (United Kingdom)
- ISM manager: SEAPEAK MARITIME LTD (Bermuda)
- Last AIS position: 6°18.6′N · 068°21.5′E · Speed 15.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 22:05 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 1 November 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PAN AFRICA?
PAN AFRICA is an LNG Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PAN AFRICA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 88,438 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 114,996.
Which classification society manages PAN AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. 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 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 December 2025. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has PAN AFRICA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions, including East Asia and South Asia. It has also been observed near the North America West Coast.
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