COSCO KIKU (IMO 9247871)
COSCO KIKU is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,294 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,917. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. COSCO KIKU is classed by China Classification Society, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 354358000
- Call sign: H9WB
- Gross tonnage: 8917
- Deadweight: 9294 t
- Length overall: 138 m
- Beam: 22 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO KIKU SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°21.9′N · 121°42.6′E · Speed 4.2 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 18:57 UTC
- Destination: Chongming (CN CGM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO KIKU?
COSCO KIKU is a container ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for COSCO KIKU?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 9,294 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,917.
Which classification society maintains COSCO KIKU?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2002 and no detentions.
What is the flag state and MoU status of COSCO KIKU?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. It is listed in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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