KUO LIN (IMO 9796511)
KUO LIN is a Container Ship built in 2017 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 23,457 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 18,826, and a length overall of 169.946 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. KUO LIN is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the broader East Asia/South East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 249283000
- Call sign: 9HA6212
- Gross tonnage: 18826
- Deadweight: 23457 t
- Length overall: 169.946 m
- Beam: 28.1 m
- Home port: VALLETTA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/03/2026
- Registered owner: CMA CGM ASIA SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Ship manager: CMA CGM SA THE FRENCH LINE (France)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: CMA CGM INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
- Last AIS position: 19°49.1′N · 120°50.9′E · Speed 13.9 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 19:09 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 13 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of KUO LIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 169.946 metres and a beam of 28.1 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.5 metres.
What is the capacity of KUO LIN?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 23,457 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,826.
Which classification society manages KUO LIN?
KUO LIN is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current status is listed as Delivered with several specific notations including DG and ERS.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 March 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has KUO LIN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of operation.
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