NSU CHALLENGER (IMO 9870575)
NSU CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 208,359, a gross tonnage of 108,100, and no length overall provided. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. NSU CHALLENGER 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 Australia and New Zealand. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 636019684
- Call sign: D5VQ7
- Gross tonnage: 108100
- Deadweight: 208359 t
- Length overall: 299 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/06/2026
- Registered owner: PLEIADES SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NS UNITED KAIUN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 4°55.2′S · 125°37.8′E · Speed 11.0 kn · at anchor · received 5 October 2026 at 21:03 UTC
- Destination: Kisarazu (JP KZU) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 07:49 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NSU CHALLENGER?
NSU CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NSU CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 208,359. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 108,100.
Which classification society manages NSU CHALLENGER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NSU CHALLENGER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and Australia and New Zealand. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for NSU CHALLENGER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 June 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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