MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN (IMO 9393216)
MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN 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 176,928 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,058. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale bulk commodities transport. MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 431157000
- Call sign: 7JTA
- Gross tonnage: 90058
- Deadweight: 176928 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK BULKSHIP PARTNERS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°39.1′N · 134°46.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 18:51 UTC
- Destination: Higashiharima (JP HHR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN?
MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,928 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,058.
Which classification society maintains MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
What is the port-state control history for MOONLIGHT DOLPHIN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2025. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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