COSCO SHANGHAI (IMO 9221097)
COSCO SHANGHAI is a Container Ship built in 2001 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 69,192 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 65,531, and a length overall of 280 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. COSCO SHANGHAI is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean and Java Sea, South Africa and West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 235067987
- Call sign: 2BOS2
- Gross tonnage: 65531
- Deadweight: 69192 t
- Length overall: 280 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 66 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/09/2026
- Registered owner · ISM manager: COSCO SHIPHOLDINGS UK LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 36°3.2′N · 075°15.7′W · Speed 9.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:50 UTC
- Destination: Savannah (US SAV) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO SHANGHAI?
COSCO SHANGHAI is a Container Ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of COSCO SHANGHAI?
The vessel has a length overall of 280 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 69,192 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains COSCO SHANGHAI?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has COSCO SHANGHAI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the Java Sea. It has also been recorded in the Indian Ocean and off the coasts of South Africa and West Africa.
What is the port-state control record for COSCO SHANGHAI?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 September 2026. All-time records show 66 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
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