NYK ORION (IMO 9312999)
NYK ORION is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 104,525 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 98,799. This capacity is characteristic of medium-to-large scale container vessels used in global liner services. NYK ORION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 352822000
- Call sign: 3EPU6
- Gross tonnage: 98799
- Deadweight: 104525 t
- Length overall: 336 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/04/2026
- Registered owner: MICHELLE SHIP HOLDING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 38°30.8′N · 009°51.4′W · Speed 16.4 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 01:02 UTC
- Destination: Lisboa (PT LIS) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 03:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NYK ORION?
NYK ORION is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NYK ORION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 104,525 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 98,799.
Which classification society manages NYK ORION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has NYK ORION been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been observed near East Africa.
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