NISSHO MARU (IMO 8986523)
NISSHO MARU is a Chemical Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,199 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 499. Given its specifications, it is a small-scale tanker designed for specialized chemical transport. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. Recent maritime data indicates the vessel has been observed 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: Chemical Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 431301707
- Call sign: JI3714
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Deadweight: 1199 t
- Registered owner: MATSUDA KISEN/MATSUDA MARINE (Japan)
- Ship manager: MATSUDA KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°16.0′N · 131°40.2′E · Speed 6.9 kn · received 18 October 2026 at 02:13 UTC
- Destination: Oita (JP OIT)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NISSHO MARU?
NISSHO MARU is a Chemical Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NISSHO MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,199 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 499.
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.
In which region has NISSHO MARU been observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent maritime data.
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