RUNAWAY BAY (IMO 9019640)
RUNAWAY BAY is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1992 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 11,579 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,070. This capacity is characteristic of specialized refrigerated vessels used for temperature-controlled cargo transport. RUNAWAY BAY is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the East Coast of South America, and Western Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 311001116
- Call sign: C6FI3
- Gross tonnage: 9070
- Deadweight: 11579 t
- Length overall: 148 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 89 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 17/08/2023, Zhoushan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: RUNAWAY BAY SHIPPING CO NV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEATRADE GRONINGEN BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 38°26.9′N · 030°2.5′W · Speed 0.9 kn · not under command · received 19 October 2026 at 02:21 UTC
- Destination: TO ORGMADALENA/HORTA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RUNAWAY BAY?
RUNAWAY BAY is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1992 and is currently in its 34th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RUNAWAY BAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 11,579 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,070.
Which classification society manages RUNAWAY BAY?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
Where has RUNAWAY BAY been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the East Coast of South America, and Western Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 89 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 17 August 2023.
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