NSU MILESTONE (IMO 9621261)
NSU MILESTONE is an Ore Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 250,446 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 132,964, and a length overall of 330 metres. This large-scale capacity is characteristic of vessels utilized for bulk ore transport operations. NSU MILESTONE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 December 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 370583000
- Call sign: HPAR
- Gross tonnage: 132964
- Deadweight: 250446 t
- Length overall: 330 m
- Beam: 57 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 01/10/2014, Port Walcott (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/12/2025
- Registered owner: HOSEI SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NS UNITED KAIUN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 13°19.1′N · 129°42.4′E · Speed 10.7 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 11:33 UTC
- Destination: Oita (JP OIT) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 18:27 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NSU MILESTONE?
NSU MILESTONE is an Ore Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NSU MILESTONE?
The vessel has a length overall of 330 metres and a beam of 57 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 250,446 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages NSU MILESTONE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NSU MILESTONE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for NSU MILESTONE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 December 2025. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2014 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 1 October 2014.
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