VENUS LEADER (IMO 9392341)
VENUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 15,031 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 42,160. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicles across global trade routes.
VENUS LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South China Sea, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 431824000
- Call sign: 7KCG
- Gross tonnage: 42160
- Deadweight: 15031 t
- Length overall: 186 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 38°59.1′N · 175°25.8′E · Speed 15.9 kn
- Destination: Yokohama (JP YOK) · ETA 2026-10-13T04:16:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VENUS LEADER?
VENUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VENUS LEADER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 15,031 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,160.
Which classification society manages VENUS 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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has VENUS LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed in East Africa and South Asia.
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