NSU KATSURA (IMO 9379260)
NSU KATSURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 207,545, a gross tonnage of 106,830, and no length overall is recorded. Given its high deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. NSU KATSURA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 October 2023.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 431775000
- Call sign: 7KLM
- Gross tonnage: 106838
- Deadweight: 207545 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/10/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NS UNITED KAIUN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°3.9′N · 130°50.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 11:14 UTC
- Destination: Tobata/Kitakyushu (JP TBT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NSU KATSURA?
NSU KATSURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NSU KATSURA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 207,545 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 106,830.
Which classification society manages NSU KATSURA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NSU KATSURA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the port-state control record for NSU KATSURA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 October 2023. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
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