COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO (IMO 9783461)
COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO is a Container Ship built in 2018 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 201,827 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 194,864, and a length overall of 399.751 metres. At this scale, it operates as a large-capacity container vessel for major international trade routes. COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO 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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477166500
- Call sign: VRRT2
- Gross tonnage: 194864
- Deadweight: 201827 t
- Length overall: 399.751 m
- Beam: 58.609 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/07/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO WISDOM SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 36°43.7′N · 013°19.4′E · Speed 14.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 09:55 UTC
- Destination: EGSZC · ETA 13 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO?
The vessel has a length overall of 399.751 metres and a beam of 58.609 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16 metres.
What is the capacity of this container ship?
COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO has a deadweight tonnage of 201,827 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 194,864.
Which classification society manages COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including Gas ready and DG.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has COSCO SHIPPING VIRGO been operating?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including the Malacca Strait and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the South China Sea and West Europe.
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