NEW CENTURY 2 (IMO 9229403)
NEW CENTURY 2 is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2001 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,837 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 52,863, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. NEW CENTURY 2 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 September 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 636017294
- Call sign: D5KF5
- Gross tonnage: 52863
- Deadweight: 16837 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 11/09/2026
- Registered owner: NORWICH SHIPPING CORP (Japan)
- Ship manager: TOYOFUJI SHIPPING CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: OCEAN LINK LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 38°51.8′N · 157°8.3′E · Speed 15.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:10 UTC
- Destination: Long Beach (US LGB) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 08:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEW CENTURY 2?
NEW CENTURY 2 is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NEW CENTURY 2?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 52,863.
Which classification society maintains NEW CENTURY 2?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 September 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
Where has NEW CENTURY 2 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been observed near Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico.
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