MICHIGAN HIGHWAY (IMO 9339832)
MICHIGAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 17,673 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 56,951, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is an IACS member. Recent geographic observations include the Malacca Strait, South China Sea, and East Africa. The vessel has 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 24 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 432633000
- Call sign: 7JCW
- Gross tonnage: 56951
- Deadweight: 17673 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner: KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 10°28.1′N · 075°60.0′W · Speed 0.2 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 17:11 UTC
- Destination: Cartagena (CO CTG) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 07:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MICHIGAN HIGHWAY?
MICHIGAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MICHIGAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its role as a vehicle transport unit.
Which classification society manages MICHIGAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has MICHIGAN HIGHWAY been operating?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and South Africa. It also operates frequently within East Asia and South East Asia.
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