SOMA MARU (IMO 9675212)
SOMA MARU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 104,903 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 57,036. This capacity is typical for mid-sized bulk carriers engaged in global dry bulk commodities transport. SOMA MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 636016510
- Call sign: D5GN8
- Gross tonnage: 57036
- Deadweight: 104903 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/01/2026
- Registered owner: ERICA NAVIGATION SA (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TOYO SANGYO CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 11°43.3′S · 154°41.0′E · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 17:09 UTC
- Destination: Sakata (JP SKT) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 11:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOMA MARU?
SOMA MARU is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOMA MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 104,903 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 57,036.
Which classification society manages SOMA MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOMA MARU been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOMA MARU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 January 2026. All-time records show 23 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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