HOSHO MARU NO. 18 (IMO 9115353)
HOSHO MARU NO. 18 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1995 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,580 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 486. This small-scale cargo configuration is typically utilized for regional coastal trades and short-sea shipping operations. Information regarding the classification society and IACS membership is not currently available in the provided records. The vessel has been registered under one former name and has operated under two different flag states throughout its history. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 431600367
- Call sign: JM6453
- Gross tonnage: 486
- Deadweight: 1580 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: HOSHO KAIUN KENSETSU KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°38.4′N · 135°18.8′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 20 October 2026 at 06:54 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOSHO MARU NO. 18?
HOSHO MARU NO. 18 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HOSHO MARU NO. 18?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,580 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 486.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. Historically, it has operated under two different flag states.
How many former names has the vessel had?
The vessel has been registered under one former name. This is part of a history that includes five recorded ownership changes.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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