COSCO SHIPPING ARIES (IMO 9783497)
COSCO SHIPPING ARIES is a Container Ship built in 2018 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 197,021 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 196,670, and a length overall of 400 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant capacity in global liner trades. COSCO SHIPPING ARIES is classed by Lloyd's Register, 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 29 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477148800
- Call sign: VRRB4
- Gross tonnage: 196670
- Deadweight: 197021 t
- Length overall: 400 m
- Beam: 59 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/07/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO GRAND SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 19°17.7′S · 004°14.5′E · Speed 19.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:26 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 02:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO SHIPPING ARIES?
COSCO SHIPPING ARIES is a Container Ship built in 2018. It is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the dimensions of COSCO SHIPPING ARIES?
The vessel has a length overall of 400 metres and a beam of 59 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 197,021 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains COSCO SHIPPING ARIES?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 July 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has COSCO SHIPPING ARIES been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed near West Africa and East Africa.
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