RIO GRANDE EXPRESS (IMO 9301823)
RIO GRANDE EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,869 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 39,941. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. RIO GRANDE EXPRESS is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 563278900
- Call sign: 9VMT4
- Gross tonnage: 39941
- Deadweight: 50869 t
- Length overall: 260 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/03/2026
- Registered owner: SEASPAN 1544 PTE LTD (Canada)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEASPAN SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 30°35.9′S · 030°50.2′E · Speed 18.2 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 14:02 UTC
- Destination: Tema (GH TEM) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is RIO GRANDE EXPRESS?
RIO GRANDE EXPRESS is a container ship. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 50,869 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 39,941.
Which classification society maintains this vessel?
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 RIO GRANDE EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and South Asia. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 March 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
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