KAIWO MARU (IMO 8869696)
KAIWO MARU is a General Cargo Ship built in 1993 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 33rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 491 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 496, and a length overall of 52 metres. This small-scale cargo vessel is configured for specialized or coastal trade operations. KAIWO MARU is classed by New United International Marine Services Ltd. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sierra leone
- Year built: 1993
- MMSI: 667001647
- Call sign: 9LU2450
- Gross tonnage: 496
- Deadweight: 491 t
- Length overall: 52 m
- Beam: 8 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 66 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SEA SHIPPING SA (Panama)
- Last AIS position: 43°11.6′N · 141°0.6′E · Speed 8.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 22:55 UTC
- Destination: Otaru (JP OTR)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KAIWO MARU?
KAIWO MARU is a General Cargo Ship built in 1993. It is currently in its 33rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of KAIWO MARU?
The vessel has a length overall of 52 metres and a beam of 8 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 496.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Sierra Leone flag. It has operated under five different flag states previously in its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for KAIWO MARU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 51 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2026. All-time records show 66 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has KAIWO MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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