CAPE EXPRESS (IMO 9521045)
CAPE EXPRESS is a Landing Craft built in 2008 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 850 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 487, and a length overall of 53 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized landing craft operations. CAPE EXPRESS is classed by Universal Shipping Bureau. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026.
- Type: Landing Craft
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 304822000
- Call sign: V2YL2
- Gross tonnage: 487
- Deadweight: 850 t
- Length overall: 53 m
- Beam: 11 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2026
- Registered owner: CAPE EXPRESS UG (Germany)
- Ship manager: REEDEREI RASS GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 26°12.5′N · 079°43.1′W · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 05:28 UTC
- Destination: FPT,BAH · ETA 14 October 2026 at 07:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CAPE EXPRESS?
CAPE EXPRESS is a Landing Craft. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CAPE EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 53 metres and a beam of 11 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 850 metric tonnes.
Which flag does CAPE EXPRESS fly?
The vessel currently flies the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. Its history shows it has operated under three different flags previously.
What is the PSC inspection history for CAPE EXPRESS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 May 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has CAPE EXPRESS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region. This area is part of its recent geographic profile.
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