PADMA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2025 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its first year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,505 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 77,589. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. PADMA LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. 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 10 May 2026.
PADMA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2025 and is currently in its first year of service.
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 77,589. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,505 metric tonnes.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 May 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
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