MALAYSIA PASSION (IMO 9446489)
MALAYSIA PASSION is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 15,011 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 43,810. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. MALAYSIA PASSION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 533170658
- Call sign: 9WUQ7
- Gross tonnage: 43810
- Deadweight: 15011 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/06/2026
- Registered owner: POSEIDON AUTOLINERS SDN BHD (Japan)
- Ship manager: EASTERN CAR LINER LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: ECL SHIPMANAGEMENT CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 1°43.2′N · 110°33.0′E · Speed 8.6 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 11:07 UTC
- Destination: Kuching, Sarawak (MY KCH) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MALAYSIA PASSION?
MALAYSIA PASSION is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MALAYSIA PASSION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 15,011 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,810.
Which classification society manages MALAYSIA PASSION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MALAYSIA PASSION been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the South China Sea. It also operates within the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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