MAERSK HOUSTON (IMO 9848950)
MAERSK HOUSTON is a Container Ship built in 2019 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,257 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 153,773, and a length overall of 353 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant capacity in global liner trades. MAERSK HOUSTON is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 563078300
- Call sign: 9V3092
- Gross tonnage: 153773
- Deadweight: 178257 t
- Length overall: 353 m
- Beam: 54 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 14 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2026
- Registered owner: MOLLER SINGAPORE AP PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MAERSK A/S (Denmark)
- Last AIS position: 27°14.1′S · 046°8.6′E · Speed 17.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 13:11 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 22 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 MAERSK HOUSTON?
MAERSK HOUSTON is a container ship built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MAERSK HOUSTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 353 metres and a beam of 54 metres. These dimensions support its 178,257 DWT capacity.
Which classification society covers MAERSK HOUSTON?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a 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 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 14 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has MAERSK HOUSTON been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Asia. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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