DURBAN HIGHWAY (IMO 9536961)
DURBAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,906 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 58,997, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of vehicle cargo. DURBAN HIGHWAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and along the North America West Coast. It has previously 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 8 August 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 371885000
- Call sign: H9CR
- Gross tonnage: 58997
- Deadweight: 18906 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 11/08/2015, Melbourne (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/08/2026
- Registered owner: SKD 5636 SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: K LINE RORO BULK SHIP MGMT CO (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 33°9.5′N · 135°54.4′E · Speed 16.2 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 16:55 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 22:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DURBAN HIGHWAY?
DURBAN HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of DURBAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. These dimensions support its role as a vehicle carrier.
Which classification society maintains DURBAN HIGHWAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 11 August 2015.
Where has DURBAN HIGHWAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its recent operational areas.
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