RHEA LEADER (IMO 9355214)
RHEA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,428 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 63,004. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive units. RHEA LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, Australia and New Zealand, and South East Asia regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 October 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 432664000
- Call sign: 7JDK
- Gross tonnage: 63004
- Deadweight: 21428 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 37°25.5′N · 024°8.3′E · Speed 18.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 19:12 UTC
- Destination: Casablanca (MA CAS) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 19:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of RHEA LEADER?
RHEA LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RHEA LEADER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 63,004. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 21,428 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages RHEA LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has RHEA LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the North America West Coast and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for RHEA LEADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 October 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
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