ORIENTAL SAKURA (IMO 9743746)
ORIENTAL SAKURA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2015 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,090 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,141. This capacity is typical for specialized tankers engaged in regional chemical and oil product transport. ORIENTAL SAKURA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 351533000
- Call sign: 3EHC8
- Gross tonnage: 9141
- Deadweight: 16090 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/03/2026
- Registered owner: HOWA SHIPPING SA (Chile)
- Ship manager: SERROMAH SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: NEW SHIPPING KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°54.9′N · 005°34.4′W · Speed 11.9 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 22:51 UTC
- Destination: Dumyat (Damietta) (EG DAM) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 01:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of ORIENTAL SAKURA?
ORIENTAL SAKURA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ORIENTAL SAKURA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,090 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,141.
Which classification society manages ORIENTAL SAKURA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ORIENTAL SAKURA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea. It has also been recorded near East Africa and South Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for ORIENTAL SAKURA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 March 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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