BUSHU MARU (IMO 9796793)
BUSHU MARU is a LNG Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 97,955 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 149,367, and a length overall of 298 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. BUSHU MARU is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, West Europe, and the North America East Coast regions. 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 16 October 2025.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 311000846
- Call sign: C6EB4
- Gross tonnage: 149367
- Deadweight: 97955 t
- Length overall: 298 m
- Beam: 49 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 11 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/10/2025
- Registered owner: TRANS PACIFIC SHIPPING 6 LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NYK LNG SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 20°37.1′S · 058°8.2′E · Speed 16.3 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 12:42 UTC
- Destination: USCXM · ETA 5 November 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BUSHU MARU?
BUSHU MARU is an LNG Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BUSHU MARU?
The vessel has a length overall of 298 metres and a beam of 49 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 149,367.
Which classification society covers BUSHU MARU?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the 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 16 October 2025. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has BUSHU MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, West Europe, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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