NIPPON MARU (IMO 9209960)
NIPPON MARU is a Passenger Ship built in 2000 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 383. Given its small tonnage and passenger ship classification, it is configured for specialized or local passenger transport. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region. The vessel 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: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 431006204
- Call sign: JJ4017
- Gross tonnage: 383
- Deadweight: 41 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: JOY PORT MINAMI AWAJI (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°15.3′N · 134°43.1′E · Speed 1.3 kn · received 24 August 2026 at 09:54 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NIPPON MARU?
NIPPON MARU is classified as a Passenger Ship. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NIPPON MARU?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 383. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 41 metric tonnes.
Where has NIPPON MARU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area recorded in its recent movement data.
How many inspections has NIPPON MARU undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of NIPPON MARU?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. Its operational history shows it has previously sailed under two different flag states.
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