CAPE HUDSON (IMO 7704930)
CAPE HUDSON is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1979 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,441 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 39,889. This configuration is typical for specialized roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. CAPE HUDSON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, East Asia, and South East Asia regions. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2025.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 303945000
- Call sign: KMJN
- Gross tonnage: 39889
- Deadweight: 32441 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/05/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: UNITED STATES GOVT MARAD (USA)
- ISM manager: PATRIOT CONTRACT SERVICES (Houston TX USA)
- Last AIS position: 37°46.4′N · 122°22.9′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 05:18 UTC
- Destination: San Francisco (US SFO) · ETA 9 November 2026 at 20:33 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CAPE HUDSON?
CAPE HUDSON is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1979 and is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CAPE HUDSON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 32,441 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 39,889.
Which classification society manages CAPE HUDSON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAPE HUDSON been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
How many inspections has CAPE HUDSON undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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