GALVESTON HIGHWAY (IMO 9675573)
GALVESTON HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,549 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 59,525, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of automotive cargo. GALVESTON HIGHWAY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 353100000
- Call sign: 3FAJ5
- Gross tonnage: 59525
- Deadweight: 18549 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 42 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/05/2026
- Registered owner: NELSON SHIPPING CORP (China)
- Ship manager: SANASIA MANAGEMENT INC (China)
- ISM manager: WALLEM SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 17°39.9′N · 116°19.5′E · Speed 14.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 17:34 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 02:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GALVESTON HIGHWAY?
GALVESTON HIGHWAY is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GALVESTON HIGHWAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a gross tonnage of 59,525.
Which classification society manages GALVESTON HIGHWAY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 May 2026. All-time records show 42 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has GALVESTON HIGHWAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed near the North America West Coast.
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