LEO SPIRIT (IMO 9620695)
LEO SPIRIT is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,758 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 61,020, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. LEO SPIRIT is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 431352000
- Call sign: 7KTG
- Gross tonnage: 61020
- Deadweight: 16758 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 10/03/2015, Tianjin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/05/2026
- Registered owner: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: MOLSHIP (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 34°42.6′S · 174°4.7′E · Speed 18.2 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 20:18 UTC
- Destination: Melbourne (AU MEL) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LEO SPIRIT?
LEO SPIRIT is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of LEO SPIRIT?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 61,020.
Which classification society manages LEO SPIRIT?
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 LEO SPIRIT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 May 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 10 March 2015.
Where has LEO SPIRIT been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the North America East Coast and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Gulf of Mexico.
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