ASIAN CAPTAIN (IMO 9158616)
ASIAN CAPTAIN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,765 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 71,383, and a length overall of 229 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. ASIAN CAPTAIN is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). The vessel has been observed in the South America West Coast, East Asia, and the North American coasts over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 440371000
- Call sign: D7AQ
- Gross tonnage: 71383
- Deadweight: 25765 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: EUKOR CAR CARRIERS INC (South Korea)
- Technical manager: WILHELMSEN SHIP MANAGEMENT (KOREA) LTD
- ISM manager: WILHELMSEN SHIP MGMT KOREA LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 29°21.4′N · 131°59.6′W · Speed 17.4 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 05:13 UTC
- Destination: Balboa (PA BLB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASIAN CAPTAIN?
ASIAN CAPTAIN is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ASIAN CAPTAIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It has a gross tonnage of 71,383.
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 7 CY type. It is rated at a power of 7 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
What are the flag and MoU standings for ASIAN CAPTAIN?
The vessel flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. It is currently in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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