ASAKA (IMO 8944111)
ASAKA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,289 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,506. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. ASAKA is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 440123000
- Call sign: D7BR
- Gross tonnage: 1506
- Deadweight: 2289 t
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: YU JIN SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 35°55.9′N · 126°27.4′E · Speed 9.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 04:07 UTC
- Destination: Gunsan (KR KUV)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASAKA?
ASAKA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ASAKA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,289 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,506.
Which classification society manages ASAKA?
ASAKA is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 1D: 4 SA 6 CY type. It provides a power rating of 6 kW.
How many PSC inspections has ASAKA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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