UBUNTU LIBERTY (IMO 9957036)
UBUNTU LIBERTY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2024 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 2nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 189,658 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 102,039, and a length overall of 299.88 metres. At this capacity, it is a large-scale bulk carrier designed for significant cargo volumes. UBUNTU LIBERTY is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, the Indian Ocean and Java Sea, and East Asia and South East Asia. 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 16 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 232051421
- Call sign: MOLM2
- Gross tonnage: 102039
- Deadweight: 189658 t
- Length overall: 299.88 m
- Beam: 47.5 m
- Home port: GLASGOW
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/04/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG S13 INTERNATIONAL SHIP
- Ship manager: ANGLO AMERICAN SHIPPING PTE
- ISM manager · DOC holder: ANGLO-EASTERN MARITIME SERVICE
- Last AIS position: 32°41.3′S · 018°2.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 16 October 2026 at 21:44 UTC
- Destination: Saldanha Bay (ZA SDB)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of UBUNTU LIBERTY?
The vessel has a length overall of 299.88 metres and a beam of 47.5 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.25 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of UBUNTU LIBERTY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 189,658 metric tonnes. This is supported by a gross tonnage of 102,039.
Which classification society maintains UBUNTU LIBERTY?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 April 2026. All-time records show 3 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has UBUNTU LIBERTY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Indian Ocean and Java Sea. It has also been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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