CAPE DAO (IMO 9219020)
CAPE DAO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2002 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 170,089, a gross tonnage of 84,448, and a beam of 45 metres. This size and type suggest it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. CAPE DAO is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 305017400
- Call sign: V2C2017
- Gross tonnage: 84448
- Deadweight: 170089 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: ST.JOHN'S - 8417
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/03/2016, Hay Point (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2025
- Registered owner: FORTHMARIN CORP LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PEONIES SHIPMANAGEMENT - FZE (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 25°22.2′N · 056°32.9′E · Speed 0.7 kn · received 5 September 2026 at 10:03 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF) · ETA 5 September 2026 at 12:51 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE DAO?
CAPE DAO is a Bulk Carrier built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of CAPE DAO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 170,089 and a gross tonnage of 84,448. Its beam is recorded at 45 metres.
Which classification society manages CAPE DAO?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of CAPE DAO?
The vessel's main engine is rated at 16,040 kW. This power output supports its operations as a large bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2025. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 30 March 2016.
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