SHINKAI MARU No. 18 (IMO 9218973)
SHINKAI MARU No. 18 is a Tug built in 1999 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 187 and has a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized harbor or coastal towing operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. No recent geographic observation areas were provided in the current data. 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: Tug
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 431301418
- Call sign: JJ4014
- Gross tonnage: 187
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: YORIGAMI MARITIME CONSTRUCTION (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°35.1′N · 139°48.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · received 15 October 2026 at 09:30 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SHINKAI MARU No. 18?
SHINKAI MARU No. 18 is a Tug. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 187. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its service history.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the vessel's classification status?
The vessel is classed by Other with a status of Not applicable. This classification society is not an IACS member.
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