CAPE GATA (IMO 9644770)
CAPE GATA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,608 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 45,039, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and type of vessel are commonly utilized for various dry bulk commodities in international trade routes.
CAPE GATA is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, North America West Coast, and Australia and New Zealand over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636024438
- Call sign: 5LSP6
- Gross tonnage: 45039
- Deadweight: 81608 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/03/2026
- Registered owner: CAPE GATA SHIPPING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 21°28.8′N · 109°33.2′E · Speed 9.0 kn
- Destination: Beihai (CN BHY) · ETA 2026-10-07T11:37:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
CAPE GATA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
CAPE GATA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CAPE GATA?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 81,608 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with CAPE GATA?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has CAPE GATA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, North America West Coast, and Australia and New Zealand. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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