CAPE ZHOUSHAN (IMO 9224740)
CAPE ZHOUSHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 172,424 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 87,495. At this capacity, it operates as a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for major dry bulk commodities. CAPE ZHOUSHAN is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Mediterranean Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 2 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 538012543
- Call sign: V7B3013
- Gross tonnage: 87495
- Deadweight: 172424 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/04/2012, Zhoushan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: CAPE ZHOUSHAN SHIPPING CO LTD (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: YKJ SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 28°56.3′S · 032°11.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 3 September 2026 at 20:16 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE ZHOUSHAN?
CAPE ZHOUSHAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE ZHOUSHAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 172,424 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 87,495.
Which classification society manages CAPE ZHOUSHAN?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
Where has CAPE ZHOUSHAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Mediterranean Sea, and South East Asia. These observations cover various transit routes including the South China Sea.
What is the port-state control record for CAPE ZHOUSHAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 March 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 April 2012.
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