LANGENESS (IMO 9944778)
LANGENESS is a Container Ship built in 2023 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 24,420 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,680. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. LANGENESS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. 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 28 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 305540000
- Call sign: V2HR6
- Gross tonnage: 18680
- Deadweight: 24420 t
- Length overall: 172 m
- Beam: 29 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/05/2026
- Registered owner: HAI KUO SHIPPING 2262C LTD (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager: BRIESE DRY CARGO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 41°28.6′N · 009°3.0′W · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 23:21 UTC
- Destination: Southampton (GB SOU) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 02:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is LANGENESS?
LANGENESS is a container ship. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LANGENESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 24,420 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,680.
Which classification society manages LANGENESS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has LANGENESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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