SOHSHU MARU (IMO 9791212)
SOHSHU MARU is a LNG Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,254 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 135,951, and a length overall of 300 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. SOHSHU MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico 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 24 August 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 311000580
- Call sign: C6CU9
- Gross tonnage: 135951
- Deadweight: 82254 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 49 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 12 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner: TRANS PACIFIC SHIPPING 8 LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MOL GLOBAL SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 23°51.7′N · 144°23.0′E · Speed 14.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:56 UTC
- Destination: Kaohsiung (TW KHH) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 05:13 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOHSHU MARU?
SOHSHU MARU is an LNG Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of SOHSHU MARU?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 49 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 135,951.
Which classification society manages SOHSHU MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 12 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has SOHSHU MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and the South America East Coast.
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