HOWA MARU NO. 18 (IMO 9400277)
HOWA MARU NO. 18 is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2006 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,214 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 499, and a length overall of 60 metres. This small-scale tanker is configured for specialized oil product transport.
The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data shows the vessel has been active in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under two different flag states and one former name. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 431101165
- Call sign: JD2305
- Gross tonnage: 499
- Deadweight: 1214 t
- Length overall: 60 m
- Beam: 10 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SAMPO UNYU CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°11.3′N · 139°46.3′E · Speed 11.2 kn
- Destination: >JP MIYAKE SHIMA · ETA 2026-10-09T07:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOWA MARU NO. 18?
HOWA MARU NO. 18 is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2006 and is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of HOWA MARU NO. 18?
The vessel has a length overall of 60 metres and a beam of 10 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 1,214 metric tonnes.
What is the flag state of HOWA MARU NO. 18?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
In which region is HOWA MARU NO. 18 operated?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It is currently assigned to the white band for both Paris and Tokyo MoU.
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