LAKE CASTLE (IMO 9004657)
LAKE CASTLE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1990 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,246 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,696. This size and type suggest a specialized role in the transport of temperature-sensitive goods. LAKE CASTLE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific, South East Asia, and the broader South East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 January 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1990
- MMSI: 440222000
- Call sign: D7NB
- Gross tonnage: 3696
- Deadweight: 5246 t
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/01/2013, Cape Town (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: JI SUNG SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager: PROTO SHIP MANAGEMENT CO., LTD
- Last AIS position: 7°6.5′N · 171°21.5′E · Speed 4.9 kn · received 9 September 2026 at 01:22 UTC
- Destination: Majuro (MH MAJ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LAKE CASTLE?
LAKE CASTLE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1990 and is currently in its 36th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of LAKE CASTLE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,246 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,696.
Which classification society is associated with LAKE CASTLE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 7 CY type. It provides a power output of 7 kW.
How many PSC inspections has LAKE CASTLE undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 January 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 January 2013.
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