YAMATO (IMO 9567726)
YAMATO is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,812 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,538. Given its configuration, it is designed for specialized heavy lift and cargo transport operations. YAMATO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 371378000
- Call sign: 3FHX
- Gross tonnage: 14538
- Deadweight: 19812 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/07/2026
- Registered owner: MES VESSEL SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NYK BULKSHIP PARTNERS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°15.1′N · 131°45.4′E · Speed 0.4 kn · received 15 October 2026 at 20:05 UTC
- Destination: Oita (JP OIT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of YAMATO?
YAMATO is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2010 and is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for YAMATO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 19,812 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,538.
Which classification society manages YAMATO?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has YAMATO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and throughout East Asia. It has also been recorded in South East Asian waters.
What is the PSC inspection history for YAMATO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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