COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR (IMO 9795646)
COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR is a Container Ship built in 2019 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 197,820 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 216,359, and a length overall of 399.87 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for high-capacity international liner services. COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR 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 South East Asia. 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 21 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 477302900
- Call sign: VRSO4
- Gross tonnage: 216359
- Deadweight: 197820 t
- Length overall: 399.87 m
- Beam: 58.59 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 16 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2026
- Registered owner: COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR LTD (China)
- Ship manager: COSCO SHIPPING LINES CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI OCEAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 51°58.6′N · 004°1.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 00:20 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 399.87 metres and a beam of 58.59 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16 metres.
Which shipyard built COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR?
The vessel was built by Shanghai WaiGaoQiao Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. It was completed in 2019 and is currently in its 7th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 197,820 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 216,359.
What is the classification of COSCO SHIPPING SOLAR?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its class notation includes specialized designations such as Gas ready (D, MEC, S) and BWM (D2).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026. All-time records show 16 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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