KING SEAWAYS (IMO 8502406)
KING SEAWAYS is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 1987 and flying the Denmark (DIS) flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,110 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 31,788. This vessel is configured for vehicle transport and passenger service. KING SEAWAYS is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: Denmark (DIS)
- Year built: 1987
- MMSI: 220449000
- Call sign: OVOL2
- Gross tonnage: 31788
- Deadweight: 4110 t
- Length overall: 164 m
- Beam: 27.6 m
- Home port: KØBENHAVN - A521
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DFDS A/S (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 54°59.3′N · 001°16.9′W · Speed 17.6 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 07:29 UTC
- Destination: North Shields (GB NSH) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 08:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is KING SEAWAYS?
KING SEAWAYS is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for vehicle transport. It was built in 1987 and is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for KING SEAWAYS?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine providing 19,600 kW of power. This engine capacity supports its operations as a large passenger and vehicle carrier.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
What is the beam of KING SEAWAYS?
The vessel has a moulded beam of 27.6 metres. This dimension is part of its physical profile as a 31,788 gross tonnage ship.
Which classification society manages KING SEAWAYS?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is # AUT-UMS ICE CLASS IB MON-SHAFT PMS.
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