KAITAKI (IMO 9107942)
KAITAKI is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles) built in 1995 and flying the New Zealand flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,794 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 22,365. This configuration is characteristic of regional passenger and vehicle ferry operations. KAITAKI is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has a history involving 4 former names and 4 former flags. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 23 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 8 December 2016.
- Type: Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship (vehicles)
- Flag: New Zealand
- Year built: 1995
- MMSI: 512445000
- Call sign: ZMKI
- Gross tonnage: 22365
- Deadweight: 5794 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 23 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 08/12/2016
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KIWIRAIL LTD (New Zealand)
- Last AIS position: 41°16.1′S · 174°47.5′E · Speed 5.6 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 19:30 UTC
- Destination: WLG-PICTON-WLG · ETA 15 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KAITAKI?
KAITAKI is a Passenger/Ro-Ro Ship designed for carrying vehicles. It was built in 1995 and is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for KAITAKI?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 22,365. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,794 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages KAITAKI?
KAITAKI is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has KAITAKI been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent primary geographic operational footprint.
How many inspections has KAITAKI undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 23 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 8 December 2016.
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