SNOW CAMELLIA (IMO 9820697)
SNOW CAMELLIA is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2018 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 60,360, a gross tonnage of 49,778, and a length overall of 210 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized wood chip transport operations. SNOW CAMELLIA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and the South America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 October 2025.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 431570000
- Call sign: 7KDQ
- Gross tonnage: 49778
- Deadweight: 60360 t
- Length overall: 210 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SNOW CAMELLIA MARITIME CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: SANDIGAN SHIP SERVICES INC (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 1°16.4′N · 103°53.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 13 October 2026 at 14:27 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SNOW CAMELLIA?
SNOW CAMELLIA is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 2018 and is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the dimensions of SNOW CAMELLIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 210 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 60,360 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages SNOW CAMELLIA?
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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 October 2025. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has SNOW CAMELLIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen operating in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and the South America West Coast. It also maintains a presence in South East Asia.
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