CRONUS 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 20,096 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 62,394, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. CRONUS LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026.
CRONUS LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 62,394.
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in several regions, including the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed near the North America West Coast.
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