FUTURE JAPAN (IMO 9950583)
FUTURE JAPAN is a LPG Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,531 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 49,541, and a length overall of 227 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied petroleum gas. FUTURE JAPAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025.
- Type: LPG Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 352002937
- Call sign: 3E4694
- Gross tonnage: 49541
- Deadweight: 56531 t
- Length overall: 227 m
- Beam: 37 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/12/2025
- Registered owner: HEYDAY SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: JAPAN GAS ENERGY CORP (Japan)
- ISM manager: NYK ENERGY OCEAN SHIPMGT
- Last AIS position: 25°49.2′S · 001°21.1′W · Speed 16.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 19:14 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 25 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FUTURE JAPAN?
FUTURE JAPAN is an LPG Tanker built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of FUTURE JAPAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 227 metres and a beam of 37 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 56,531 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages FUTURE JAPAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has FUTURE JAPAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and South Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for FUTURE JAPAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 December 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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