COSCO HOUSTON (IMO 9484273)
COSCO HOUSTON 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 49,920 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,447, and a length overall of 261.09 metres. This size and configuration is typical for regional container transport operations. COSCO HOUSTON is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Java Sea. 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 19 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477311500
- Call sign: VRKN8
- Gross tonnage: 40447
- Deadweight: 49920 t
- Length overall: 261.09 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: Hong Kong
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/01/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO CAPE TOWN MARITIME LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°54.3′N · 123°1.3′E · Speed 13.6 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 19:40 UTC
- Destination: Ningbo-Zhoushan (NBO) (CN NBO)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO HOUSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 261.09 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.6 metres.
What is the capacity of COSCO HOUSTON?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 49,920 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,447.
Which classification society manages COSCO HOUSTON?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including BWM and DG.
Where has COSCO HOUSTON been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Java Sea. These regions represent its recent geographic activity.
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 no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 January 2026. All-time records show 33 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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