TAIHO MARU (IMO 9140358)
TAIHO MARU is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 48,817 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,322. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip cargo. TAIHO MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 48 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 June 2015.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- Call sign: 3FMP6
- Gross tonnage: 40322
- Deadweight: 48817 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/06/2003, Geelong (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/06/2015
- Registered owner: OCEAN WOODLAND SHIPPING CO LTD (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: UNIVERSAL MARINE CORP (Japan)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TAIHO MARU?
TAIHO MARU is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 1996. It is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TAIHO MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 48,817 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,322.
Which classification society is associated with TAIHO MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has TAIHO MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for TAIHO MARU?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 48 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 June 2015.
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