KAI YUAN KOU (IMO 9990260)
KAI YUAN KOU is a Vehicles Carrier built in 2026 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 0 year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,000 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 72,255. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of automotive cargo. KAI YUAN KOU is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026.
- Type: Vehicles Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2026
- MMSI: 636023485
- Call sign: 5LNY4
- Gross tonnage: 72255
- Deadweight: 19142 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 38 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/04/2026
- Registered owner: LUCRETIA SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: SANTOKU SENPAKU CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 25°18.1′S · 050°29.3′E · Speed 17.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 12:16 UTC
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 05:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of KAI YUAN KOU?
KAI YUAN KOU is a Vehicles Carrier. It was built in 2026 and is currently in its first year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for KAI YUAN KOU?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 72,255. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,000 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages KAI YUAN KOU?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has KAI YUAN KOU been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 April 2026. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2026 and no detentions.
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