SHIMPO (IMO 9146170)
SHIMPO is a Motor Hopper built in 1996 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,600 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 493. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized hopper-style cargo operations. The vessel is classed by Other and is not an IACS member. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been registered under one former name. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Motor Hopper
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 431000632
- Call sign: JM6445
- Gross tonnage: 493
- Deadweight: 1600 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: G LINE & OMAEZAKI KAIUN (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°42.1′N · 135°24.2′E · Speed 1.9 kn · received 14 October 2026 at 06:17 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SHIMPO?
SHIMPO is a Motor Hopper. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SHIMPO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,600 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 493.
What is the flag status of SHIMPO?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under 2 different flag states during its career.
How many inspections has SHIMPO undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many times has the ownership of SHIMPO changed?
The vessel has undergone 7 ownership changes. It has also been registered under 1 former name.
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