VELA LEADER (IMO 9158288)
VELA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,799 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,623, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. VELA LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, West Africa, and West Europe regions over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 636024024
- Call sign: 5LQ09
- Gross tonnage: 57623
- Deadweight: 22799 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/05/2026
- Registered owner: GREEN BULL ONE CORP (USA)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NYK BULKSHIP PARTNERS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 32°29.6′N · 179°34.0′W · Speed 16.0 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 17:34 UTC
- Destination: Balboa (CO BAL) · ETA 2 November 2026 at 06:28 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VELA LEADER?
VELA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VELA LEADER?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 57,623.
Which classification society manages VELA LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
What is the PSC inspection history for VELA LEADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 May 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Where has VELA LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and the South America West Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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