MEISHU MARU (IMO 8974829)
MEISHU MARU is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,540 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 499. Given its specifications, it is configured for smaller-scale cargo operations. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently available for this vessel. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel. It has previously operated under 4 different flag states and has been registered under 2 former names.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 431501713
- Call sign: JL6682
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Deadweight: 1540 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MEIKO KISEN KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°41.5′N · 135°13.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 05:49 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MEISHU MARU?
MEISHU MARU is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MEISHU MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,540 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 499.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under 2 former names. It has also operated under 4 different flag states during its career.
What is the PSC inspection history for MEISHU MARU?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many times has the ownership of MEISHU MARU changed?
The vessel has undergone 7 ownership changes. This reflects its long service history since its construction in 2002.
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