LAUREL ISLAND (IMO 9801158)
LAUREL ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,832 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 23,226. This size and type suggest its use in regional dry bulk distribution and coastal trade routes. LAUREL ISLAND is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 356334000
- Call sign: 3EPL
- Gross tonnage: 23226
- Deadweight: 37832 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2026
- Registered owner: YAHATA TRADER/YAHATA KISEN (Japan)
- Ship manager: YAHATA KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: KOBE SHIPMANAGEMENT CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°37.2′N · 141°59.2′E · Speed 10.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:25 UTC
- Destination: Long Beach (US LGB) · ETA 26 October 2026 at 10:31 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LAUREL ISLAND?
LAUREL ISLAND is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017. It is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for LAUREL ISLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 37,832 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,226.
Which classification society manages LAUREL ISLAND?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has LAUREL ISLAND been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the port-state control history of LAUREL ISLAND?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 April 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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