ALBANY PIONEER is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,429, a gross tonnage of 47,981, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip cargo. ALBANY PIONEER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026.
ALBANY PIONEER is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 53,429 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 47,981.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 February 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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