HONG KONG EXPRESS (IMO 9501356)
HONG KONG EXPRESS is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Germany flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 142,018 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 143,262, and a length overall of 366.52 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant capacity in international liner trades. HONG KONG EXPRESS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and across South East Asia. 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 20 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Germany
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 218426000
- Call sign: DJAZ2
- Gross tonnage: 143262
- Deadweight: 142018 t
- Length overall: 366.52 m
- Beam: 48.2 m
- Home port: Hamburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: HAPAG-LLOYD AG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 31°47.3′N · 080°2.4′W · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 13:32 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 7 November 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of HONG KONG EXPRESS?
The vessel has a length overall of 366.52 metres and a beam of 48.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.5 metres.
What is the capacity of HONG KONG EXPRESS?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 142,018 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 143,262.
Which classification society maintains HONG KONG EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has HONG KONG EXPRESS been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. It also operates frequently throughout South East Asia.
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 20 June 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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