COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA (IMO 9785794)
COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA 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 146,507 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 143,179. This capacity indicates a large-scale container vessel designed for major international liner services. COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South China Sea, and along the coasts of East and West Africa. 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 24 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 477232200
- Call sign: VRSG3
- Gross tonnage: 143179
- Deadweight: 146507 t
- Length overall: 366 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/03/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 39°26.0′N · 000°19.4′W · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 21:16 UTC
- Destination: Valencia (ES VLC)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA?
COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA is a Container Ship built in 2018. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 146,507 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 143,179.
Which classification society maintains COSCO SHIPPING SAKURA?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and East Africa. These observations cover major maritime corridors in Asia and Africa.
What is the port-state control record for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 March 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
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