HOKURIKU MARU (IMO 9658939)
HOKURIKU MARU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 91,073 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 50,668. This size and type suggest its utility in dry bulk commodity transport. HOKURIKU MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 3 January 2024.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 432957000
- Call sign: 7JQO
- Gross tonnage: 50668
- Deadweight: 91073 t
- Length overall: 235 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 03/01/2024, Newcastle (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 03/01/2024
- Registered owner: UTSUGI SHIP HOLDING LLC (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NYK BULKSHIP PARTNERS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 26°27.0′N · 119°42.7′E · Speed 7.9 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 09:18 UTC
- Destination: Fuzhou (CN FOC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HOKURIKU MARU?
HOKURIKU MARU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HOKURIKU MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 91,073 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 50,668.
Which classification society manages HOKURIKU MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HOKURIKU MARU been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific. These regions represent its recent geographic footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for HOKURIKU MARU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 January 2024. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2024 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 January 2024.
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