SHEARWATER (IMO 9363091)
SHEARWATER is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 64,425 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 49,854, and a length overall of 210 metres. This configuration is typical for specialized bulk transport within the wood products trade. SHEARWATER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, East Africa, and the Indian Ocean over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 370338000
- Call sign: 3ESK5
- Gross tonnage: 49854
- Deadweight: 64425 t
- Length overall: 210 m
- Beam: 36 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/07/2026
- Registered owner: OLAMAR NAVEGACION SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: USUI KAIUN KK (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOLSHIP (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 6°16.2′S · 104°56.7′E · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 09:51 UTC
- Destination: Richards Bay (ZA RCB) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SHEARWATER?
SHEARWATER is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SHEARWATER?
The vessel has a length overall of 210 metres and a beam of 36 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 64,425 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SHEARWATER?
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 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 July 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has SHEARWATER been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait. Other recent areas include East Africa and the Indian Ocean.
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