CHOKAISAN (IMO 9562685)
CHOKAISAN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 308,221, a gross tonnage of 160,538, and a length overall of 333 metres. This large-scale tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. CHOKAISAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 431375000
- Call sign: 7JXX
- Gross tonnage: 160538
- Deadweight: 308221 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 1°15.9′N · 104°14.6′E · Speed 10.3 kn · constrained by draught · received 15 October 2026 at 05:30 UTC
- Destination: Chiba (JP CHB) · ETA 16 November 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHOKAISAN?
CHOKAISAN is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of CHOKAISAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 333 metres and a beam of 60 metres. These dimensions support its 308,221 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages CHOKAISAN?
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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
Where has CHOKAISAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico. It also operates within the South Asia region.
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