OPAL LEADER (IMO 9318498)
OPAL LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,855 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,986, and a length overall of 176 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. OPAL LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the South America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 309285000
- Call sign: C6VT8
- Gross tonnage: 40986
- Deadweight: 10855 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/09/2026
- Registered owner: PAYTON MARITIMA SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 6°4.3′N · 081°36.0′E · Speed 15.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 08:57 UTC
- Destination: Hambantota (LK HBA) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 10:41 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OPAL LEADER?
OPAL LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OPAL LEADER?
The vessel has a length overall of 176 metres and a beam of 31 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 40,986.
Which classification society maintains OPAL LEADER?
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 OPAL LEADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 3 September 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has OPAL LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the South America East Coast. It has also been noted in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
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