COSCO DURBAN (IMO 9484297)
COSCO DURBAN 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 50,006 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,447, and a length overall of 261.04 metres. This size and capacity are typical for regional container transport operations. COSCO DURBAN 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 across East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 477947600
- Call sign: VRKR5
- Gross tonnage: 40447
- Deadweight: 50006 t
- Length overall: 261.04 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: Hong Kong
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/12/2025
- Registered owner: COSCO DURBAN MARITIME LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 9°33.9′N · 102°49.6′E · Speed 15.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 10:26 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO DURBAN?
The vessel has a length overall of 261.04 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.6 metres.
What is the capacity of COSCO DURBAN?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 50,006 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,447.
Which classification society manages COSCO DURBAN?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has COSCO DURBAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed throughout East Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for COSCO DURBAN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025. All-time records show 32 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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