CAPE TAIZHOU (IMO 9278569)
CAPE TAIZHOU 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 171,015 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 87,597. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. CAPE TAIZHOU is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and has been known by five former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 352004359
- Call sign: 3E6675
- Gross tonnage: 87597
- Deadweight: 171015 t
- Length overall: 289 m
- Beam: 44.98 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 57889
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/10/2026
- Registered owner: CAPE TAIZHOU SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: YKJ SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°15.4′N · 104°0.1′E · moored · received 26 July 2026 at 03:01 UTC
- Destination: Putian (CN PUT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE TAIZHOU?
CAPE TAIZHOU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE TAIZHOU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 171,015 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 87,597.
Which classification society maintains CAPE TAIZHOU?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAPE TAIZHOU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the port-state control record for CAPE TAIZHOU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 October 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
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