AFRICA (IMO 9905320)
AFRICA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 163,220 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 86,628. This capacity indicates a large-scale tanker configuration suitable for global crude oil transport. AFRICA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 September 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 636021344
- Call sign: 5LDM9
- Gross tonnage: 86628
- Deadweight: 163220 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/09/2025
- Registered owner · ISM manager: AFRICA SHIPPING LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager: DYNACOM TANKERS MANAGEMENT LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 1°15.9′N · 104°14.5′E · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 05:22 UTC
- Destination: Mai-liao (TW MLI) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICA?
AFRICA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AFRICA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 163,220 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 86,628.
Which classification society manages AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has AFRICA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for AFRICA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 September 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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