AMERICAN HIGHWAY (IMO 9205976)
AMERICAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2000 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,750 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 49,212. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo across international trade routes. AMERICAN HIGHWAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 October 2025.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 351124000
- Call sign: H3AJ
- Gross tonnage: 49212
- Deadweight: 16750 t
- Length overall: 179 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 94 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/10/2025
- Registered owner: TSC1164 SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 20°30.4′N · 106°56.1′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:53 UTC
- Destination: Jakarta, Java (ID JKT) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 13:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AMERICAN HIGHWAY?
AMERICAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2000. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AMERICAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,750 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 49,212.
Which classification society maintains AMERICAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 October 2025. All-time records show 94 inspections since 2000 and no detentions.
Where has AMERICAN HIGHWAY been operating?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and the North America West Coast. It has also been recorded in South Asia and East Africa.
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