COSCO AFRICA (IMO 9345439)
COSCO AFRICA is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 110,038 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 114,394, and a length overall of 349 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale containerized cargo transport. COSCO AFRICA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and across both East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 370188000
- Call sign: 3ERX3
- Gross tonnage: 114394
- Deadweight: 110038 t
- Length overall: 349 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 10/01/2024, Long Beach, California (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO AFRICA MARITIME INC (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 33°44.2′N · 118°11.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 18 October 2026 at 08:18 UTC
- Destination: Long Beach (US LGB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO AFRICA?
COSCO AFRICA is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the dimensions of COSCO AFRICA?
The vessel has a length overall of 349 metres and a beam of 46 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 114,394.
Which classification society manages COSCO AFRICA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 10 January 2024.
Where has COSCO AFRICA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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