CAPE ADVANCE (IMO 9621314)
CAPE ADVANCE is an Ore Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,806 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 132,587, and a length overall of 330 metres. This large-scale capacity is characteristic of vessels utilized for bulk mineral transport. CAPE ADVANCE 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 region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 636015917
- Call sign: D5DM6
- Gross tonnage: 132587
- Deadweight: 250806 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/08/2025
- Registered owner: EL SOL/SHIKOKU KAIHATSU (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TOYO SANGYO CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 9°6.1′S · 123°22.5′E · Speed 11.3 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 00:11 UTC
- Destination: Pohang (KR KPO) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 21:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of CAPE ADVANCE?
CAPE ADVANCE is an Ore Carrier with a deadweight tonnage of 250,806 metric tonnes. It has a gross tonnage of 132,587 and a length overall of 330 metres.
Which classification society maintains CAPE ADVANCE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has CAPE ADVANCE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded operating in the Australia and New Zealand region.
How many previous names or flags has the vessel had?
The vessel has a history of 1 former name and 1 former flag. Additionally, there have been 5 recorded ownership changes throughout its service life.
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