RIO GRANDE (IMO 9363376)
RIO GRANDE is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,842, a gross tonnage of 40,030, and a length overall of 260.063 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. RIO GRANDE is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 249253000
- Call sign: 9HNV9
- Gross tonnage: 40030
- Deadweight: 50842 t
- Length overall: 260.049 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 60 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 30/04/2025, Melbourne (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/05/2026
- Registered owner: BAYVIEW SHIPPING INC (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: DANAOS SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 38°15.8′S · 144°55.0′E · Speed 16.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 04:17 UTC
- Destination: Adelaide (AU ADL) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 16:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of RIO GRANDE?
The vessel has a length overall of 260.063 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.6 metres.
What is the capacity of RIO GRANDE?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 50,842 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,030.
Which classification society maintains RIO GRANDE?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has RIO GRANDE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Java Sea. It has also been observed in the South China Sea and near Australia.
How many inspections has RIO GRANDE undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 42 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 April 2025.
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