KARIYUSHI LEADER (IMO 9403217)
KARIYUSHI LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,212 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 51,888. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. KARIYUSHI LEADER 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 three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2025.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 431987000
- Call sign: 7KCE
- Gross tonnage: 51888
- Deadweight: 17212 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 74 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/03/2018, Brisbane (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MEIJI SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MMS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 3°28.8′S · 107°28.7′E · Speed 16.2 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 20:58 UTC
- Destination: TH LCB · ETA 18 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KARIYUSHI LEADER?
KARIYUSHI LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for KARIYUSHI LEADER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 51,888. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 17,212 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains KARIYUSHI LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2025. All-time records show 74 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 4 March 2018.
Where has KARIYUSHI LEADER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
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