KAIWA MARU (IMO 9096789)
KAIWA MARU is a Chemical Tanker built in 2007 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 390 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 186. Given its small displacement and tanker configuration, it is designed for specialized chemical transport operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data shows the vessel has been active in the East Asia region. 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: Chemical Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 431000323
- Call sign: JD2471
- Gross tonnage: 186
- Deadweight: 390 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SEIWA KAIUN (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°23.7′N · 133°23.5′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 12:52 UTC
- Destination: Fukuyama, Hiroshima (JP FKY) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 18:20 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KAIWA MARU?
KAIWA MARU is a Chemical Tanker. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of KAIWA MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 390 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 186.
Which flag does KAIWA MARU fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. This flag is categorized in the white band for both the Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
Where has KAIWA MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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