CAPE SASANQUA (IMO 9603350)
CAPE SASANQUA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 207,860 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 106,413. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. CAPE SASANQUA 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 two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 431356000
- Call sign: 7JXN
- Gross tonnage: 106413
- Deadweight: 207860 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 13/08/2025, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/01/2026
- Registered owner: KAISHO SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 43°36.0′N · 175°13.8′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 10:17 UTC
- Destination: Prince Rupert (CA PRR) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 19:55 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE SASANQUA?
CAPE SASANQUA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE SASANQUA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 207,860 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 106,413.
Which classification society manages CAPE SASANQUA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAPE SASANQUA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for CAPE SASANQUA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 August 2025.
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