CAPE SAKURA (IMO 9573763)
CAPE SAKURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 181,529 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 92,697. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale bulk transport vessels used in global commodity trades. CAPE SAKURA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 432786000
- Call sign: 7JHZ
- Gross tonnage: 92697
- Deadweight: 181529 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/03/2026
- Registered owner: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 20°34.6′N · 121°31.7′E · Speed 11.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 08:08 UTC
- Destination: Dampier (AU DAM) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 02:58 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE SAKURA?
CAPE SAKURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE SAKURA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 181,529 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,697.
Which classification society maintains CAPE SAKURA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 March 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has CAPE SAKURA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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