HIMAWARI NO. 9 (IMO 9806184)
HIMAWARI NO. 9 is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 2017 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,138 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 10,626. This vessel is configured for roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. HIMAWARI NO. 9 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. It has previously been registered under one former name and has operated under one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 431010248
- Call sign: JD4230
- Gross tonnage: 10626
- Deadweight: 6138 t
- Registered owner: NIPPON SHPG/NIPPON MARINE/YAMA (Japan)
- Ship manager: NX SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°36.3′N · 139°47.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 11:16 UTC
- Destination: >JP TYO C
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HIMAWARI NO. 9?
HIMAWARI NO. 9 is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HIMAWARI NO. 9?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,138 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 10,626.
Which classification society manages HIMAWARI NO. 9?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HIMAWARI NO. 9 been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent observation data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel had?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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