CAPE RELIANCE (IMO 9621326)
CAPE RELIANCE is an Ore Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its twelfth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,877 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 132,870. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. CAPE RELIANCE 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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 June 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 432974000
- Call sign: 7JRF
- Gross tonnage: 132870
- Deadweight: 250877 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/06/2026
- Registered owner: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 17°42.6′S · 118°38.6′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 18:18 UTC
- Destination: Gwangyang (KR KAN) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CAPE RELIANCE?
CAPE RELIANCE is an Ore Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its twelfth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CAPE RELIANCE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 250,877 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 132,870.
Which classification society manages CAPE RELIANCE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CAPE RELIANCE 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 port-state control record for CAPE RELIANCE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 June 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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