STRAITS CHALLENGER (IMO 9186950)
STRAITS CHALLENGER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,297 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 51,204, and a length overall of 180 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. STRAITS CHALLENGER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 533130128
- Call sign: 9MQN4
- Gross tonnage: 51204
- Deadweight: 17297 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2026
- Registered owner: STRAITS AUTO LOGISTICS SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: WILHELMSEN SHIP MGMT SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 29°22.8′N · 034°55.5′E · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 10:58 UTC
- Destination: Aboa (AQ ABA) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 22:54 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STRAITS CHALLENGER?
STRAITS CHALLENGER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions of STRAITS CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 51,204.
Which classification society manages STRAITS CHALLENGER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Where has STRAITS CHALLENGER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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