DORIC KATANA (IMO 9897585)
DORIC KATANA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,448 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,672, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades. DORIC KATANA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and South East Asia over recent periods. 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 12 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 352643000
- Call sign: H9VW
- Gross tonnage: 43672
- Deadweight: 82448 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/10/2026
- Registered owner: AMBITIOUS LINE SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHIKISHIMA KISEN KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 47°43.9′N · 003°21.4′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 13:17 UTC
- Destination: Lorient (FR LRT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DORIC KATANA?
DORIC KATANA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the dimensions of DORIC KATANA?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its 82,448 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages DORIC KATANA?
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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 October 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
Where has DORIC KATANA been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the New Guinea Pacific region.
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