OOCL HOUSTON (IMO 9355757)
OOCL HOUSTON is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,585, a gross tonnage of 40,168, and a length overall of 260 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. OOCL HOUSTON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Singapore Strait, and the Indian Ocean. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 477958300
- Call sign: VRDE7
- Gross tonnage: 40168
- Deadweight: 50585 t
- Length overall: 260 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/03/2026
- Registered owner: NEWCONTAINER NO 126 MI SHPG (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ORIENT OVERSEAS CONTAINER LINE (China)
- Last AIS position: 38°55.3′S · 143°32.3′E · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:35 UTC
- Destination: Melbourne (AU MEL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of OOCL HOUSTON?
OOCL HOUSTON is a container ship built in 2007. It is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the dimensions of OOCL HOUSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 260 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 50,585 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains OOCL HOUSTON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has OOCL HOUSTON been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South China Sea and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded in the Indian Ocean and near Australia and New Zealand.
What is the PSC inspection history for OOCL HOUSTON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 March 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
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