AIHO MARU (IMO 8990213)
AIHO MARU is a Tug built in 2004 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 199 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and utility operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. AIHO MARU has been registered under two former names and has operated under one previous flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 431402061
- Call sign: JI3586
- Gross tonnage: 199
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NITTO TUGBOAT KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°2.2′N · 136°50.8′E · Speed 0.7 kn · under way · received 17 August 2026 at 06:22 UTC
- Destination: Nagoya, Aichi (JP NGO) · ETA 23 August 2026 at 05:45 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is AIHO MARU?
AIHO MARU is a Tug. It was built in 2004 and is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of AIHO MARU?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 199. It does not have a recorded deadweight tonnage.
Where has AIHO MARU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area recorded in its recent movement data.
How many inspections has AIHO MARU undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of AIHO MARU?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state.
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