RIPLEY PIONEER

IMO 9290696 Bulk Carrier Panamax India Trading

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2004
Year Built
41,378
GT
77,834
DWT
225m
LOA
RIPLEY PIONEER
India Trading
Bulk Carrier
Panamax
Built 2004
77,834 DWT
224.8m LOA

Vessel Specifications

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Bulk Carrier
Vessel Type
Size: Panamax
Call Sign: VUAG
224.8m
Length Overall (LOA)
77,834
Deadweight (DWT)
Gross Tonnage: 41,378
Net Tonnage: 26,189
2004
Year Built
Built in 2004
India
Flag State
Status: Trading
14.1m
Maximum Draft

Live Operations

Real-time vessel operations and current activity status.

Updated 19 hours, 42 minutes ago
7.7m
Current Draft (55%)
Max Draft: 14.1m
Ballast
9.1
Speed (knots)
Speed Over Ground
Service
Underway
Navigation Status
Current Activity
Active

AIS Position & Tracking

Latest vessel position and movement tracking data.

Updated 19 hours, 42 minutes ago

Underway

Navigation Status

9.1

Speed (knots)

SOG
Position Data
20.1182°N, 86.8522°E
Last Position
PARADIP
Destination
Estimated Arrival
Movement Data
9.1 knots
Speed Over Ground
351°
Course Over Ground
True Heading
Meta Information
Sep 29, 2025 04:59 UTC
Last Updated
419001882
MMSI

Vessel Particulars

Complete vessel specifications, dimensions, and technical details.

Specification
Details
Identity & Classification
IMO Number
9290696
Call Sign
VUAG
Vessel Type
Bulk Carrier
Hull Type
Double Bottom Entire Compartment Length
Flag State
India
Trading Status
Trading
Former Names
Elim Joyce
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (LOA)
224.8m
Beam
32.3m
Draft
N/A
Deadweight
77,834 DWT
Gross Tonnage
41,378 GT
Engine & Performance
Engine Designer
MAN B&W
Engine Model
5S60MC-C
Construction
Country of Build
Chinese Taipei
Yard Number
816
Ownership & Management
Group Beneficial Owner

AI Maritime Insights

AI-powered analysis and highlights for RIPLEY PIONEER.

AI Maritime Summary
Intelligent vessel analysis

The RIPLEY PIONEER is a bulk carrier with a deadweight tonnage (DWT) of 77,834 tonnes and a length overall (LOA) of 224.79 meters, designed for efficient transportation of bulk commodities. Built in 2004, it features a double bottom hull for enhanced stability and safety during voyages. This vessel is currently trading under the flag of India, indicating its operational readiness within international shipping lanes, especially in bulk trade.

Operations Insight
Commercial & operational analysis

Current AIS data indicates that the vessel is en route to INKRI with an ETA of September 16 at 07:00. While specific speed and draft metrics are unknown, the course of 233.0° suggests a steady trajectory towards its destination, likely indicating cargo operations in progress or forthcoming.

Key Features
Notable vessel characteristics
Optimally designed for bulk transport, enhancing cargo capacity and stability through its double bottom hull structure.
Engine type utilizes distillate fuel, potentially offering cleaner operational profiles that align with stricter environmental regulations.
Significant DWT enables versatility in cargo handling, making it suitable for various bulk commodities across diverse trade routes.
Market Insights
Commercial market analysis

Given its age and specifications, the RIPLEY PIONEER holds a competitive position in the bulk carrier market, appealing to brokers and charterers focused on efficiency and cargo flexibility. Its operational status and readiness to trade suggest potential opportunities for contracts, especially in regions requiring robust bulk transport solutions. The vessel's trading status underlines its reliability for ongoing operations.

Technical Analysis
Engineering & specifications

With a DWT of 77,834 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,378, the RIPLEY PIONEER is well-suited for bulk trade, providing capacity for significant volumes of cargo. The double bottom hull design enhances safety and regulatory compliance, potentially reducing insurance costs. Additionally, the use of distillate fuel may allow for compliance with current and evolving emissions regulations, impacting operational costs and market appeal positively.

AI analysis based on verified vessel data • Model: gpt-4o-mini Generated: Sep 25, 2025

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