ZIM SCORPIO (IMO 9963231)
ZIM SCORPIO is a Container Ship built in 2024 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 86,950 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 74,763, and a length overall of 272 metres. This size and capacity profile is typical for medium-to-large scale containerized cargo operations. ZIM SCORPIO is classed by Lloyd's Register, 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 the South Africa region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 November 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636022956
- Call sign: 5LLF8
- Gross tonnage: 74763
- Deadweight: 86950 t
- Length overall: 272 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/11/2025
- Registered owner: SOLT HOLDING LIBERIA 30 SA (Israel)
- Ship manager: ZIM INTEGRATED SHIPPING SERVS (Israel)
- ISM manager: EASTERN PACIFIC SHIPPING PTE
- Last AIS position: 40°17.3′N · 138°21.8′E · Speed 18.8 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 02:26 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 21:09 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ZIM SCORPIO?
ZIM SCORPIO is a Container Ship built in 2024. It is currently in its second year of service.
What are the dimensions of ZIM SCORPIO?
The vessel has a length overall of 272 metres and a beam of 42 metres. These dimensions support its 86,950 DWT capacity.
Which classification society manages ZIM SCORPIO?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 November 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has ZIM SCORPIO been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed near the South Africa and East Africa coasts.
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