CAPE SUN (IMO 9546899)
CAPE SUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 175,611 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 92,247. This size and type suggest it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. CAPE SUN is classed by China Classification Society, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, West Africa, Australia, New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has no recorded former names or previous flag changes. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 477691700
- Call sign: VRFM3
- Gross tonnage: 92247
- Deadweight: 175611 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/05/2018, Port Hedland (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2026
- Registered owner: HONOUR PRIZE LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG MING WAH (China)
- Last AIS position: 5°32.3′S · 080°24.4′E · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 02:48 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 17 October 2026 at 23:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE SUN?
CAPE SUN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE SUN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 175,611 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,247.
Which classification society maintains CAPE SUN?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAPE SUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including East Africa, South Africa, and West Africa. It has also been observed in Australia, New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for CAPE SUN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2010 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 May 2018.
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