CAPE ASTER (IMO 9538749)
CAPE ASTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,217 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,543. At this capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport.
CAPE ASTER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and the East Coast of North America over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 26 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 373083000
- Call sign: 3FOL3
- Gross tonnage: 91543
- Deadweight: 176217 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 26/05/2026, Zhenjiang (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/05/2026
- Registered owner: SWS1216 SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°5.3′S · 014°21.4′E · Speed 10.4 kn
- Destination: SEPETIBA · ETA 2026-10-20T20:36:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE ASTER?
CAPE ASTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE ASTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,217 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,543.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has CAPE ASTER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and the East Coast of North America. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the port-state control record for CAPE ASTER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 May 2026. All-time records show 19 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 26 May 2026.
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