HOUTOKU MARU – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
HOUTOKU MARU is a Vehicles Carrier sailing under the flag of Japan (JP). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9362906. The recorded year of build is 2006.
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About HOUTOKU MARU
HOUTOKU MARU is recorded as a Vehicles Carrier. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Japan (JP). Its recorded year of build is 2006. The vessel carries IMO number 9362906, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for HOUTOKU MARU include a length of 165 m, a beam of 27.6 m, gross tonnage of 12690, deadweight of 5490 t. The specific vessel type is Vehicles Carrier, while the broader classification is Cargo. These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.
Operational identifiers currently recorded for HOUTOKU MARU include MMSI 431200705 and call sign JD2301. MMSI and call sign can change during a vessel’s service life, whereas a valid IMO number normally remains the primary persistent identifier.
Live tracking and data notes
The live ship tracker on this page provides a map-based AIS view for HOUTOKU MARU through the configured external tracking provider. AIS information can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable because reception and provider coverage vary by area and vessel. The map is intended for general vessel discovery and position context and must not be used for navigation or safety-critical decisions.
Additional profile sections appear only when suitable source records are available, including ownership and management, engine or classification information, surveys, inspections, casualties, and sale or demolition events. Missing fields are not filled with invented values, so some modules may be absent when the underlying data snapshot does not contain sufficient evidence. The profile is compiled from controlled source records maintained for Ship-Tracker.org and may change as newer verified data becomes available.
Ownership & Management
Classification & surveys
Casualties & incidents
The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.
Vessel collided with SITC Inchon in position 34 15 0N, 136 59 0E, Japan. It had crack in lower port stern. SITC had scratches all over bow. No pollution or injury.
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is HOUTOKU MARU now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for HOUTOKU MARU. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of HOUTOKU MARU?
The IMO number recorded for HOUTOKU MARU is 9362906. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of HOUTOKU MARU?
The currently recorded MMSI for HOUTOKU MARU is 431200705. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is HOUTOKU MARU?
HOUTOKU MARU is recorded as a Vehicles Carrier.
When was HOUTOKU MARU built?
The recorded year built for HOUTOKU MARU is 2006.
How long is HOUTOKU MARU?
The recorded length of HOUTOKU MARU is 165 m.
Data & accuracy
Vessel particulars are compiled from the Ship-Tracker.org Vessel Master and documented source records. Information may be incomplete, delayed or changed after the last recorded update. IMO is used as the persistent primary vessel identifier; MMSI and call sign may change during a vessel’s lifetime.