TOWA MARU (IMO 9910181)
TOWA MARU is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 311,028 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 160,709. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. TOWA MARU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 431639000
- Call sign: 7KIY
- Gross tonnage: 160709
- Deadweight: 311028 t
- Length overall: 340 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NYK LINE (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK SHIPMANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 6°3.0′N · 081°5.5′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 02:12 UTC
- Destination: Nagoya, Aichi (JP NGO) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 16:57 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TOWA MARU?
TOWA MARU is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for TOWA MARU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 311,028 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 160,709.
Which classification society manages TOWA MARU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TOWA MARU been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Singapore Strait and South East Asia. It has also been observed near the Gulf of Mexico and the East Coast of South America.
What is the PSC inspection history for TOWA MARU?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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