JOSEPHINE MAERSK (IMO 9215191)
JOSEPHINE MAERSK is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Denmark (DIS) flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 35,082 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 30,166, and a length overall of 216 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in regional containerized cargo operations. JOSEPHINE MAERSK is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Malacca Strait, and the Java Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Denmark (DIS)
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 220008000
- Call sign: OWKF2
- Gross tonnage: 30166
- Deadweight: 35082 t
- Length overall: 216 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 06/05/2023, Xiamen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/03/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 22°9.7′N · 114°48.2′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 21:42 UTC
- Destination: Yangshan (CN YSA) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of JOSEPHINE MAERSK?
JOSEPHINE MAERSK is a Container Ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the dimensions of JOSEPHINE MAERSK?
The vessel has a length overall of 216 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 35,082 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains JOSEPHINE MAERSK?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has JOSEPHINE MAERSK been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea and the Malacca Strait. It has also been active in the Java Sea and Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for JOSEPHINE MAERSK?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 35 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 6 May 2023.
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