AFRICAN TIGER (IMO 9942029)
AFRICAN TIGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2022 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,672 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 23,303. Based on its specifications, it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. AFRICAN TIGER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, Australia and New Zealand, and South Africa 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 20 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 352001690
- Call sign: 3E2710
- Gross tonnage: 23303
- Deadweight: 37672 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/08/2026
- Registered owner: BARRO COLORADO/KEIYO KISEN (Japan)
- Ship manager: KEIYO KISEN KK (Japan)
- ISM manager: NEW CENTURY OVERSEAS MGMT INC (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 37°53.3′S · 056°41.5′W · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 30 August 2026 at 04:35 UTC
- Destination: Guayaquil (EC GYE) · ETA 14 September 2026 at 00:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN TIGER?
AFRICAN TIGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for AFRICAN TIGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 37,672 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,303.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN TIGER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has AFRICAN TIGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and Australia and New Zealand. It has also been recorded in South Africa and East Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for AFRICAN TIGER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 August 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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