MALAYSIA BRAVE (IMO 9446477)
MALAYSIA BRAVE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 15,154 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,810, and a length overall of 180 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. MALAYSIA BRAVE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and across East Asia and South East Asia. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 July 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 533170514
- Call sign: 9WTO5
- Gross tonnage: 43810
- Deadweight: 15154 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 13/02/2025, Fremantle (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/07/2026
- Registered owner: REGIONAL CAR LINER SDN BHD (Japan)
- Ship manager: EASTERN CAR LINER LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: ECL SHIPMANAGEMENT CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 41°39.2′N · 141°44.7′E · Speed 20.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:29 UTC
- Destination: Lázaro Cárdenas (MX LZC) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MALAYSIA BRAVE?
MALAYSIA BRAVE is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MALAYSIA BRAVE?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 43,810.
Which classification society maintains MALAYSIA BRAVE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MALAYSIA BRAVE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. It has also been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and near Australia and New Zealand.
What is the PSC inspection history for MALAYSIA BRAVE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 July 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2009 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 February 2025.
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