INDIANA HIGHWAY (IMO 9272888)
INDIANA HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 17,442 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 55,457, and a length overall of 200 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo.
INDIANA HIGHWAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and East Asia regions. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 432433000
- Call sign: JMVS
- Gross tonnage: 55457
- Deadweight: 17442 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/06/2026
- Registered owner: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 39°27.8′N · 142°18.1′W · Speed 17.0 kn
- Destination: Balboa (CO BAL) · ETA 2026-10-20T17:08:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of INDIANA HIGHWAY?
INDIANA HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of INDIANA HIGHWAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 200 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It maintains a gross tonnage of 55,457.
Which classification society manages INDIANA HIGHWAY?
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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 June 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
Where has INDIANA HIGHWAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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