COSCO AUCKLAND (IMO 9484261)
COSCO AUCKLAND is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,955 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,447, and a length overall of 261.03 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within global trade routes. COSCO AUCKLAND is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477765800
- Call sign: VRKF8
- Gross tonnage: 40447
- Deadweight: 49955 t
- Length overall: 261.03 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: Hong Kong
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/04/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO AUCKLAND MARITIME LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°47.0′N · 122°5.2′E · Speed 7.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 02:42 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO AUCKLAND?
The vessel has a length overall of 261.03 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.6 metres.
What is the capacity of COSCO AUCKLAND?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,955 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,447.
Which classification society manages COSCO AUCKLAND?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with several specific notations including BWM and DG.
Where has COSCO AUCKLAND been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 April 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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