HIGHLINE 26 (IMO 8996580)
HIGHLINE 26 is a tug built in 2002 and flying the flag of Malaysia; it is in its 24th year of service. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 271. HIGHLINE 26 has been classed since 28 November 2012 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 9 July 2022. The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the Makassar Strait (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 October 2024.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 533000988
- Call sign: 9WFG5
- Gross tonnage: 271
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/10/2024
- Registered owner: HIGHLINE CARRIER SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Ship manager: HIGHLINE SHIPPING SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 1°11.5′N · 103°52.8′E · Speed 3.8 kn · under way under sail · received 9 October 2026 at 07:49 UTC
- Destination: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah (MY BKI) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 01:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is HIGHLINE 26?
HIGHLINE 26 is a tug built in 2002. It is in its 24th year of service.
What flag does HIGHLINE 26 fly?
HIGHLINE 26 flies the flag of Malaysia. Earlier it sailed under one other flag.
Who classes HIGHLINE 26?
HIGHLINE 26 has been classed since 28 November 2012 by Bureau Veritas, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey was on 9 July 2022.
How many port state control inspections has HIGHLINE 26 had?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 October 2024. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where does HIGHLINE 26 trade?
The vessel has been observed most often in South East Asia, the Singapore Strait, and the Makassar Strait (latest area report: August 2026). It has previously sailed under one other name and one other flag.
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