ASIAN EMPIRE (IMO 9176606)
ASIAN EMPIRE 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 EMPIRE is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the North American West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 440114000
- Call sign: D7ML
- Gross tonnage: 71383
- Deadweight: 25765 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 88 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/04/2026
- 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: 3°48.7′N · 077°20.0′W · Speed 16.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:47 UTC
- Destination: Buenaventura (CO BUN)
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Frequently asked questions
ASIAN EMPIRE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
ASIAN EMPIRE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ASIAN EMPIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its role in vehicle carrier operations.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 April 2026. All-time records show 88 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
What is the flag status of ASIAN EMPIRE?
The vessel flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. It is currently categorized in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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