TAURUS (IMO 9728942)
TAURUS is a Container Ship built in 2016 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 153,593 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 149,210, and a length overall of 368.99 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant intercontinental cargo capacity. TAURUS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in recent months across East Africa, the North American East Coast, and 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 3 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 249773000
- Call sign: 9HA4372
- Gross tonnage: 149210
- Deadweight: 153593 t
- Length overall: 368.99 m
- Beam: 51 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/08/2026
- Registered owner: SCHOFIELD MARITIME CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 31°35.6′N · 121°26.9′E · Speed 0.7 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 19:31 UTC
- Destination: Chongming (CN CGM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of TAURUS?
The vessel has a length overall of 368.99 metres and a beam of 51 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.8 metres.
Which shipyard built TAURUS?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. Geoje Shipyard. It was completed in 2016 and is currently in its 10th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of TAURUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 153,593 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 149,210.
What is the PSC inspection history for TAURUS?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 3 August 2026. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
What classification does TAURUS hold?
TAURUS is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel holds several notations including BWM (D2), DG, and RSCS+.
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