AL KUWAIT (IMO 9590931)
AL KUWAIT is a Livestock Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Kuwait flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 16,110 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 36,028. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of live animals. AL KUWAIT is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South America East Coast, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 March 2026.
- Type: Livestock Carrier
- Flag: Kuwait
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 447302000
- Call sign: 9KKX
- Gross tonnage: 36028
- Deadweight: 16110 t
- Length overall: 189 m
- Beam: 31.1 m
- Home port: KUWAIT - KT/1835
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: LIVESTOCK TRANSPORT (Kuwait)
- Last AIS position: 37°33.8′N · 001°0.1′W · Speed 0.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 20:25 UTC
- Destination: Cartagena (ES CAR) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 21:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AL KUWAIT?
AL KUWAIT is a Livestock Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AL KUWAIT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 16,110 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,028.
Which classification society manages AL KUWAIT?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AL KUWAIT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. Other recent areas include the South America East Coast and West Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for AL KUWAIT?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 11 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 March 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
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