HOSHO MARU (IMO 8742630)
HOSHO MARU is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,630 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 499. At this scale, the vessel is configured for specialized or coastal cargo operations. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently available for this vessel. The vessel has been observed in various geographic regions, though specific recent locations are not listed in the current record. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 431000748
- Call sign: JD2826
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Deadweight: 1630 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: AISHO KISEN YK-IMABARI (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°56.4′N · 130°52.8′E · Speed 3.5 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 20:35 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOSHO MARU?
HOSHO MARU is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HOSHO MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,630 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 499.
How many inspections has HOSHO MARU undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Has the vessel changed names or flags?
The vessel has a history of one former name. It has also operated under one former flag state during its service life.
How many ownership changes has the vessel had?
The vessel has undergone 3 ownership changes. This is recorded alongside its current operation under the Japan flag.
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