KOWLOON (IMO 9290476)
KOWLOON is a Container Ship built in 2005 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 106,673 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 82,794, and a length overall of 299.99 metres. This size and capacity profile is characteristic of large-scale container transport vessels. KOWLOON is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and five different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 636018018
- Call sign: D5NU6
- Gross tonnage: 82794
- Deadweight: 106673 t
- Length overall: 299.99 m
- Beam: 42.8 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/10/2018, New York, New York (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/07/2026
- Registered owner: NERIDA SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: V SHIPS GREECE LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 38°54.5′N · 076°24.5′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 16 October 2026 at 13:49 UTC
- Destination: Baltimore (US BAL)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of KOWLOON?
The vessel has a length overall of 299.99 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.685 metres.
Which shipyard built KOWLOON?
KOWLOON was built by Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 106,673 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 82,794.
What is the PSC inspection history for KOWLOON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 July 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2005 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 October 2018.
What flag does the vessel fly?
KOWLOON currently flies the Liberia flag. Throughout its history, the vessel has operated under 5 different flag states.
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