OCEAN LEADER (IMO 9260976)
OCEAN LEADER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2002 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,756 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,004. At this capacity, it functions as a versatile general cargo unit for regional maritime operations. OCEAN LEADER is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating across East Asia, South East Asia, and broader East Asian waters over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 440199000
- Call sign: D7MR
- Gross tonnage: 9004
- Deadweight: 9756 t
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 107 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/05/2020, Vladivostok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DUWON SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager: SUNGAN SHIPPING CO., LTD
- Last AIS position: 33°21.3′N · 135°43.4′E · Speed 9.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:07 UTC
- Destination: PUS KR · ETA 12 October 2026 at 02:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OCEAN LEADER?
OCEAN LEADER is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2002 and is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for OCEAN LEADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,756 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,004.
Which classification society maintains OCEAN LEADER?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OCEAN LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for OCEAN LEADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 19 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 39 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 107 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 22 May 2020.
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