AQUARIUS LEADER (IMO 9158276)
AQUARIUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,815 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 58,329. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. AQUARIUS LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 373630000
- Call sign: 3EAX2
- Gross tonnage: 58329
- Deadweight: 22815 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 94 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2026
- Registered owner: HERCULES SHIPHOLDING (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 13°1.7′N · 115°58.4′E · Speed 5.1 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 10:39 UTC
- Destination: Shanghai (SHA) (CN SHA) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 20:59 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AQUARIUS LEADER?
AQUARIUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AQUARIUS LEADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,815 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 58,329.
Which classification society manages AQUARIUS LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AQUARIUS LEADER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Java Sea and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded near the North America West Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026. All-time records show 94 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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