ASTERION (IMO 9313137)
YAMATOGAWA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 302,488 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 160,134. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. YAMATOGAWA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: St Vincent and Grenadines
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 376212000
- Call sign: J8B6912
- Gross tonnage: 160134
- Deadweight: 302488 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DIXSTONE LOWER GULF FZCO (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: V SHIPS OFFSHORE ASIA PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 13°0.4′N · 069°6.5′E · Speed 13.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 12:18 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of YAMATOGAWA?
YAMATOGAWA is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for YAMATOGAWA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 302,488 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 160,134.
Which classification society manages YAMATOGAWA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has YAMATOGAWA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. These areas are part of its recent geographic activity in East and South East Asia.
What is the port-state control record for YAMATOGAWA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2026. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
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