FLORA PIONEER (IMO 9344083)
FLORA 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 49,359, a gross tonnage of 40,068, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip cargo. FLORA PIONEER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2026.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 431261000
- Call sign: 7JVO
- Gross tonnage: 40068
- Deadweight: 49359 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SUGAHARA KISEN KK (Japan)
- ISM manager: UNIVERSAL MARINE CORP (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 5°28.7′S · 153°31.5′E · Speed 14.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 06:20 UTC
- Destination: Nagoya, Aichi (JP NGO) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 05:46 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FLORA PIONEER?
FLORA PIONEER is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FLORA PIONEER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,359. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,068.
Which classification society manages FLORA PIONEER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FLORA PIONEER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea Pacific regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for FLORA PIONEER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
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