HOTOKU MARU (IMO 9585041)
HOTOKU MARU is a Chemical Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,208 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 498. Given its capacity and type, it is configured for specialized chemical transport operations. The vessel is classed by an unspecified society and is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Chemical Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 431002376
- Call sign: JD3156
- Gross tonnage: 498
- Deadweight: 1208 t
- Registered owner: HISAMOTO KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: AST INC (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°54.0′N · 131°55.9′E · Speed 11.5 kn · received 12 October 2026 at 04:31 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when HOTOKU MARU arrives in port. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HOTOKU MARU?
HOTOKU MARU is a Chemical Tanker. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HOTOKU MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,208 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 498.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
Where has HOTOKU MARU been observed recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area is the primary recent geographic location for its operations.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with classification, PSC, sanctions and ownership data.