RIO DULCE (IMO 9501617)
RIO DULCE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,076 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,373. At this capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk commodity transport.
RIO DULCE is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, East Africa, and the South East Asia region over recent periods. It has operated under three former flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538010573
- Call sign: V7A6231
- Gross tonnage: 91373
- Deadweight: 178076 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Home port: MAJURO - 10573
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 20/10/2016, Caofeidian (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2026
- Registered owner: RB RIO DULCE LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: RUBICON MARITIME UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 30°1.6′N · 121°59.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS) · ETA 2026-10-06T19:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of RIO DULCE?
RIO DULCE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of RIO DULCE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 178,076 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,373. Its moulded beam is recorded at 45 metres.
Which classification society handles RIO DULCE?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the engine power of RIO DULCE?
The main engine of the vessel is rated at 16,860 kW. This power output supports its operations as a large-scale bulk carrier.
How many PSC inspections has RIO DULCE undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 60 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2011 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 20 October 2016.
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