SHINKO MARU No. 18 (IMO 8952429)
SHINKO MARU No. 18 is an Aggregates Carrier built in 1999 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 976 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 498. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for specialized aggregate transport operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. No recent geographic observation data is available for this vessel in the current dataset. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Aggregates Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 431301445
- Call sign: JJ3953
- Gross tonnage: 498
- Deadweight: 976 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ARAOKA KENSETSU (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°44.6′N · 140°51.6′E · Speed 0.1 kn · received 28 September 2026 at 17:30 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SHINKO MARU No. 18?
SHINKO MARU No. 18 is an Aggregates Carrier. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SHINKO MARU No. 18?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 976 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 498.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under one former name. This is part of a history that includes three recorded ownership changes.
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