SAKURA BRIGHT (IMO 9875264)
SAKURA BRIGHT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 99,623, a gross tonnage of 57,239, and a length overall of 250 metres. This size and capacity are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international commodity transport. SAKURA BRIGHT is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 431478000
- Call sign: 7KUK
- Gross tonnage: 57239
- Deadweight: 99623 t
- Length overall: 250 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/04/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NS UNITED KAIUN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 9°52.9′S · 151°38.9′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 10:17 UTC
- Destination: Hay Point (AU HPT) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 03:36 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAKURA BRIGHT?
SAKURA BRIGHT is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of SAKURA BRIGHT?
The vessel has a length overall of 250 metres and a beam of 43 metres. These dimensions support its 99,623 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages SAKURA BRIGHT?
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 no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 April 2025. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
Where has SAKURA BRIGHT been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions.
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