NICHIHO MARU (IMO 9992347)
NICHIHO MARU is a Tug built in 2023 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 132 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 198. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and harbor assistance operations. The vessel is classed by the flag authority. It has been observed operating in the East Asia region over the recent period. The vessel has a history of one former name and has operated under one previous flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 431021508
- Call sign: JD5263
- Gross tonnage: 198
- Deadweight: 132 t
- Length overall: 37 m
- Beam: 9 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NITTO TUGBOAT KK (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 34°25.9′N · 133°46.5′E · Speed 9.2 kn · under way · received 26 September 2026 at 07:04 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is NICHIHO MARU?
NICHIHO MARU is a Tug. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for NICHIHO MARU?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 198. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 132 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Japan flag. It has previously operated under one different flag state during its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Where has NICHIHO MARU been observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. This area represents its primary recent geographic area of operation.
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