HOEGH RAINBOW (IMO 9971288)
HOEGH RAINBOW is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2026 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 0 year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 25,780 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 84,135, and a length overall of 199.923 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized automotive transport operations. HOEGH RAINBOW is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has been registered under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 May 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2026
- MMSI: 259337000
- Call sign: LAUO8
- Gross tonnage: 84135
- Deadweight: 25780 t
- Length overall: 199.923 m
- Beam: 37.6 m
- Home port: OSLO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/05/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG I21 INTERNATIONAL SHIP (Philippines)
- Ship manager: HOEGH TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT-PHI (Philippines)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: HOEGH AUTOLINERS MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 31°52.3′S · 015°44.6′E · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 04:16 UTC
- Destination: Bristol (GB BRS) · ETA 30 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is HOEGH RAINBOW?
HOEGH RAINBOW is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2026 and is currently in its first year of service.
What are the dimensions of HOEGH RAINBOW?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.923 metres and a beam of 37.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.8 metres.
Which classification society manages HOEGH RAINBOW?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the capacity of HOEGH RAINBOW?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 25,780 metric tonnes. It also reports a gross tonnage of 84,135.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 May 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
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