ARC DEFENDER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,144 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 61,328, and a length overall of 199.99 metres. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. ARC DEFENDER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under four former flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026.
ARC DEFENDER is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
The vessel has a length overall of 199.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11 metres.
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Car carrier E0 MCDK TMON.
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in the North America East Coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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