SEIKO MARU No. 8 (IMO 9138434)
SEIKO MARU No. 8 is an Aggregates Carrier built in 1996 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 691. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized aggregate transport operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. The vessel has a history of one former name and has operated under four different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Aggregates Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 431000782
- Call sign: JL6522
- Gross tonnage: 691
- Deadweight: 2000 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TAWA KENSETSU (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 43°44.2′N · 019°45.4′E · Speed 1.3 kn · received 1 June 2026 at 13:25 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SEIKO MARU No. 8?
SEIKO MARU No. 8 is an Aggregates Carrier. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SEIKO MARU No. 8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 691.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has a history of operating under four different flag states throughout its career.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has SEIKO MARU No. 8 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its primary recent geographic area of operation.
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