Koryu-Maru Vessel Reviews and Specifications
IMO: 9608104
General Cargo Ship, Japan
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Vessel Details
MMSI
431002489
Callsign
JD3165
Width
14.0 m
Length
96.0 m
Reviews (1)
Alan
2025-05-30
Position: Deck Cadet
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Latest News (1)
Koryu Maru Left Adrift in the Pacific: A Shipping Incident Unfolds
On the evening of August 1, 2017, the freighter Koryu Maru found itself disabled and adrift in the Pacific Ocean, approximately 10 miles off the coast of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. The vessel, identified by its IMO number, was navigating a course from Sendai to Yokohama when it encountered distress. Its last recorded position was 34°59'N latitude and 140°18'E longitude. This incident raises concerns about maritime safety and the integrity of shipping routes in the Pacific.
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🛠️ Did Koryu-Maru experience any breakdowns or mechanical failures?
Based on available news reports, Koryu-Maru has been mentioned in connection with breakdown-related incidents. There have been 1 news reports mentioning breakdowns. For detailed information about specific incidents, please refer to the latest news section above.