ARIES LEADER (IMO 9676864)
ARIES LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,808 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 69,931. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive units and related cargo. ARIES LEADER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, the South China Sea, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 370681000
- Call sign: HPVD
- Gross tonnage: 69931
- Deadweight: 18808 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2026
- Registered owner: YUGAO SHIP HOLDING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 23°20.0′N · 060°13.3′E · Speed 2.8 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 17:01 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ARIES LEADER?
ARIES LEADER is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ARIES LEADER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 69,931. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 18,808 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ARIES LEADER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ARIES LEADER been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed in South Africa and South East Asia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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