COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS (IMO 9757840)
COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS is a Container Ship built in 2017 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 153,811 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 154,300, and a length overall of 366 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant capacity in major international shipping lanes. COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Malacca Strait, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 477100300
- Call sign: VRQX8
- Gross tonnage: 154300
- Deadweight: 153811 t
- Length overall: 366 m
- Beam: 51.2 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/01/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO HAERBIN SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 51°57.9′N · 001°17.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 17 October 2026 at 23:21 UTC
- Destination: Gdansk (PL GDN)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS?
The vessel has a length overall of 366 metres and a beam of 51.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.5 metres.
What is the capacity of this container ship?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 153,811 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 154,300.
Which classification society manages COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 January 2026. All-time records show 21 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has COSCO SHIPPING HIMALAYAS been operating?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been recorded in West Africa and West Europe.
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