African-a
IMO: 8512619
General Cargo Ship, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Photos
Vessel Details
MMSI
341892001
Callsign
V4JO6
Width
19.0 m
Length
115.0 m
Reviews (1)
Vincent
2023-12-15
Position: Ordinary Seaman
Advantages:
Looking for information about this vessel. Curious if anyone's sailed on this ship? Would you recommend it?
Disadvantages:
No personal experience yet, just gathering info.
Latest News (1)
Vessel refused port entry in MOU region after repairs were not carried out
The 'African A' was detained after failing in a port state control inspection in Venice on March 12. The vessel was held with 14 deficiencies including a lack of knowledge of fire drills, missing high-pressure lines, oil leakage alarms, and inoperative rescue boats. The steering gear was also not properly maintained. It sailed from the port on March 16 but did not head to a designated repair yard in Alexandria with an ETA as of March 17 as agreed. It has now been refused further access to any port and anchorage in the Paris MOU region. The latest AIS data for the vessel showed it at anchor off Marsa Brega on April 6.
Frequently Asked Questions
🔥 Were there any fires on African-a?
Based on available news reports, African-a has been mentioned in connection with fire-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning fire incidents. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
⚙️ Did African-a have any engine problems?
Based on available news reports, African-a has been mentioned in connection with engine-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning engine problems. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🧑🚒 Was African-a involved in any migrant rescue operations?
Based on available news reports, African-a has been mentioned in connection with migrant-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning migrant operations. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🛢️ Did African-a have any oil spills or pollution incidents?
Based on available news reports, African-a has been mentioned in connection with spill-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning spills. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.
🚓 Was African-a detained or arrested?
Based on available news reports, African-a has been mentioned in connection with detention-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning detentions. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.