ASAKA (IMO 9700201)
ASAKA is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,325 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,988. Given its specifications, it is configured for specialized vehicle transport operations. ASAKA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 431005691
- Call sign: JD3690
- Gross tonnage: 2988
- Deadweight: 2325 t
- Registered owner: JAPAN RAILWAY/HYUGA KAIUN (Japan)
- Ship manager: HYUGA KAIUN YK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°27.4′N · 135°53.0′E · Speed 14.5 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:32 UTC
- Destination: JP UNO TAI · ETA 15 October 2026 at 08:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ASAKA?
ASAKA is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ASAKA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,325 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,988.
Which classification society manages ASAKA?
ASAKA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has ASAKA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It currently flies the Japan flag and is assigned to the white band for both Paris and Tokyo MoU.
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