COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN (IMO 9783514)
COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN 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 197,087 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 196,670. This large-scale container vessel is configured for significant capacity in global liner trades. COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN 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, West Africa, and the Singapore Strait 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 2 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477168900
- Call sign: VRRU3
- Gross tonnage: 196670
- Deadweight: 197087 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 02/06/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO LEGEND SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 9°20.0′N · 109°32.0′E · Speed 17.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 15:47 UTC
- Destination: CNTSN · ETA 16 October 2026 at 01:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN?
COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN is a container ship built in 2018. It is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 197,087 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 196,670.
Which classification society maintains this ship?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Singapore Strait and West Africa. It also operates within the South China Sea and East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for COSCO SHIPPING CAPRICORN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 2 June 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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