ROKURYU MARU (IMO 9159397)
ROKURYU MARU is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,780 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,199, and a length overall of 115 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. ROKURYU MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 431500553
- Call sign: JL6524
- Gross tonnage: 5199
- Deadweight: 2780 t
- Length overall: 115 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Registered owner: ASUKA/JFE LOGISTICS (Japan)
- Ship manager: ASUKA KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°26.6′N · 135°52.7′E · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 17:33 UTC
- Destination: JP FKY OFF · ETA 12 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ROKURYU MARU?
ROKURYU MARU is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ROKURYU MARU?
The vessel has a length overall of 115 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 5,199.
Which classification society classes this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for ROKURYU MARU?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
ROKURYU MARU currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its service history.
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