ORION LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,526 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 57,542, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. ORION LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2026.
ORION LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It reports a gross tonnage of 57,542.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2026. All-time records show 83 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the Mediterranean Sea. Other recent areas include West Africa and South East Asia.
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