GOLDEN RIO (IMO 7504598)
GOLDEN RIO is a Livestock Carrier built in 1978 and flying the Cameroon flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,203 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 36,387. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of livestock. GOLDEN RIO is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under three different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 October 2026.
- Type: Livestock Carrier
- Flag: Cameroon
- Year built: 1978
- Call sign: TJM82F
- Gross tonnage: 36387
- Deadweight: 18203 t
- Length overall: 204 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 78 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/02/2011, Fremantle (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: GOLDENLIVE SHIPPING INC (Liberia)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GOLDEN RIO?
GOLDEN RIO is a Livestock Carrier. It was built in 1978 and is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GOLDEN RIO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,203 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,387.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cameroon flag. It has operated under three different flag states throughout its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 October 2026. All-time records show 78 inspections since 2001 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 February 2011.
Where has GOLDEN RIO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been recorded operating along the South America East Coast.
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