HYPERION LEADER (IMO 9403279)
HYPERION 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 14,381 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 41,894. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. HYPERION LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under three different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 December 2025.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 431578000
- Call sign: 7KFK
- Gross tonnage: 41894
- Deadweight: 14381 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 28 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/12/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: KITAURA KAIUN KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 13°3.9′N · 100°52.9′E · Speed 16.4 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 00:20 UTC
- Destination: Laem Chabang (TH LCH)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HYPERION LEADER?
HYPERION 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 HYPERION LEADER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 41,894. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,381 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages HYPERION LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HYPERION LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asian waters. Specific recent observations include the Java Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea.
What is the PSC inspection history of HYPERION LEADER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 December 2025. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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