KATORI (IMO 9892937)
KATORI is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,302 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 12,847. Given its configuration, it is designed for specialized heavy-lift or project cargo operations. KATORI is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and across East, South, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 352986206
- Call sign: 3E3946
- Gross tonnage: 12847
- Deadweight: 13302 t
- Length overall: 138.028 m
- Beam: 23.598 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/06/2026
- Registered owner: XENIAL MARINE SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: NYK BULK & PROJECTS CARRIERS (Japan)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: NYK BULKSHIP PARTNERS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 19°43.7′N · 113°54.5′E · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 09:18 UTC
- Destination: Hong Kong (HK HKG) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 02:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KATORI?
KATORI is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for KATORI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,302 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,847.
Which classification society manages KATORI?
KATORI is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has KATORI been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and various parts of East, South, and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for KATORI?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 June 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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