CANOPUS LEADER (IMO 9367607)
CANOPUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,382 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 51,917, and a length overall of 180 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. CANOPUS LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, Singapore Strait, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 563358000
- Call sign: 9VHC4
- Gross tonnage: 51917
- Deadweight: 17382 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: LEO PCTC PTE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: LAUREL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 35°29.4′S · 117°6.7′E · Speed 15.2 kn · under way · received 6 October 2026 at 15:31 UTC
- Destination: Jakarta, Java (ID JKT) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CANOPUS LEADER?
CANOPUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CANOPUS LEADER?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 51,917.
Which classification society maintains CANOPUS 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 this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has CANOPUS LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Java Sea and Singapore Strait. It has also been observed in South East Asia and along the North America West Coast.
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