CHIKYU (IMO 9234044)
CHIKYU is a Drilling Ship built in 2005 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,161 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 56,752, and a length overall of 210 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized drilling operations. CHIKYU 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: Drilling Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 432522000
- Call sign: JRAJ
- Gross tonnage: 56752
- Deadweight: 27161 t
- Length overall: 210 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Registered owner: JAMSTEC (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MANTLE QUEST JAPAN CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°2.3′N · 138°30.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 18:01 UTC
- Destination: Shimizu (JP SMZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CHIKYU?
CHIKYU is a Drilling Ship. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHIKYU?
The vessel has a length overall of 210 metres and a beam of 38 metres. These dimensions support its specialized drilling operations.
What is the capacity of CHIKYU?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,161 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 56,752.
Which classification society manages CHIKYU?
CHIKYU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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