PARABURDOO (IMO 9621247)
PARABURDOO is an Ore Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 251,053 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 132,517. Given its significant deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk mineral transport. PARABURDOO is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, South East Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 431168000
- Call sign: 7KPC
- Gross tonnage: 132517
- Deadweight: 251053 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2025
- Registered owner: RURI SHIP HOLDING LLC (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 24°44.2′N · 122°43.2′E · Speed 13.0 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 19:50 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao Pt (CN QDG) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PARABURDOO?
PARABURDOO is an Ore Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for PARABURDOO?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 251,053 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 132,517.
Which classification society manages PARABURDOO?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PARABURDOO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its primary recent geographic footprint.
What is the port-state control record for PARABURDOO?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2025. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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