BISHU MARU (IMO 9691137)
BISHU MARU is a LNG Tanker built in 2017 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 83,752 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 127,088. This capacity is characteristic of specialized liquefied gas carriers used in global energy transport. BISHU 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 no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 June 2024.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 374216000
- Call sign: 3FSS4
- Gross tonnage: 127088
- Deadweight: 83752 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/06/2024
- Registered owner: TRANS PACIFIC SHIPPING 3 SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: K MARINE SHIP MGMT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 17°45.6′N · 068°5.1′E · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 12:09 UTC
- Destination: Cochin (COK) (IN COK) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 03:08 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BISHU MARU?
BISHU MARU is an LNG Tanker built in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BISHU MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 83,752 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 127,088.
Which classification society manages BISHU MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BISHU MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the New Guinea Pacific. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region.
What is the PSC inspection history for BISHU MARU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 June 2024. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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