LAKE BIWA (IMO 5412284)
LAKE BIWA is a Bulk Carrier built in 1963 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 63rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,275 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,599. Given its specifications, it operates as a smaller-scale bulk carrier within the global merchant fleet. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. There are no recent geographic observations recorded in the current dataset. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1963
- Call sign: VRFR
- Gross tonnage: 16599
- Deadweight: 24275 t
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of LAKE BIWA?
LAKE BIWA is a Bulk Carrier. It was built in 1963 and is currently in its 63rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for LAKE BIWA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,275 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,599.
Which flag does LAKE BIWA fly?
The vessel currently flies the Hong Kong, China flag. It has operated under one former flag state during its history.
How many PSC inspections has LAKE BIWA undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the classification status of LAKE BIWA?
The vessel is classed by an entity listed as Other. Its current classification status is recorded as Not applicable.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.