HOSHUN (IMO 8742769)
HOSHUN 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 830 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 299. Given its small deadweight and gross tonnage, it is configured for specialized or coastal cargo operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data shows the vessel has been active in the East Asia region. 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: 431000789
- Call sign: JD2845
- Gross tonnage: 299
- Deadweight: 830 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KANEKO KAIUN (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°59.8′N · 136°39.6′E · moored · received 1 June 2026 at 20:35 UTC
- Destination: JP KNU OFF
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOSHUN?
HOSHUN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HOSHUN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 830 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 299.
Which flag does HOSHUN fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
Where has HOSHUN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. This area represents its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has HOSHUN undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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