KENTUCKY HIGHWAY (IMO 8616958)
KENTUCKY HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1987 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 15,576 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 50,320. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. KENTUCKY HIGHWAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the North America East Coast, and West Europe. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 65 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 January 2016.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1987
- Call sign: 3FRJ7
- Gross tonnage: 50320
- Deadweight: 15576 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/05/2005, Jacksonville, Florida (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/01/2016
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of KENTUCKY HIGHWAY?
KENTUCKY HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 1987 and is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 50,320. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 15,576 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with KENTUCKY HIGHWAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and West Europe. It has also been recorded near the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 65 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 January 2016.
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