AKEBONO MARU (IMO 9554729)
AKEBONO MARU is a LNG Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,528 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,505. This vessel is configured for specialized liquefied natural gas transport operations. AKEBONO MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 431003094
- Call sign: JD3204
- Gross tonnage: 4505
- Deadweight: 2528 t
- Registered owner: CHUO KAIUN KK (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NS UNITED COASTAL TANKER (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 41°42.2′N · 140°49.3′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 02:16 UTC
- Destination: >JP HKP OFF · ETA 18 October 2026 at 12:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of AKEBONO MARU?
AKEBONO MARU is an LNG Tanker. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AKEBONO MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,528 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,505.
Which classification society maintains AKEBONO MARU?
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 of AKEBONO MARU?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has AKEBONO MARU been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It currently flies the flag of Japan.
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