DEMETER LEADER (IMO 9477921)
DEMETER LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,019 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 62,388, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. DEMETER LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the Mediterranean Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 431766000
- Call sign: 7KEO
- Gross tonnage: 62388
- Deadweight: 20019 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/05/2026
- Registered owner: TOKO UNYU CO LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 24°19.5′N · 123°20.3′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 13:02 UTC
- Destination: Nagoya, Aichi (JP NGO) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 18:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DEMETER LEADER?
DEMETER LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DEMETER LEADER?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 62,388.
Which classification society maintains DEMETER LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a 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 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has DEMETER LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in several regions, including the Singapore Strait and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed in South East Asia.
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