AFRICAN PREDATOR (IMO 9969156)
AFRICAN PREDATOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,713, a gross tonnage of 36,142, and a length overall of 200 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or transoceanic dry bulk transport. AFRICAN PREDATOR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the North America West Coast, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 352002769
- Call sign: 3E5064
- Gross tonnage: 36142
- Deadweight: 63713 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/07/2026
- Registered owner: EHIME KAIUN/WISTERIA LINE (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MMS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 15°24.8′N · 073°48.2′E · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:18 UTC
- Destination: Mormugao (GOI) (IN GOI)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AFRICAN PREDATOR?
AFRICAN PREDATOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of AFRICAN PREDATOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 63,713 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages AFRICAN PREDATOR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AFRICAN PREDATOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in South Asia, East Asia, and along the North America West Coast. These observations cover its recent operational movements.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 12 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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