ZIM EMERALD (IMO 9967976)
ZIM EMERALD is a Container Ship built in 2023 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,784 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 74,693, and a length overall of 271.932 metres. This vessel is configured for significant containerized cargo capacity within global trade routes. ZIM EMERALD is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 563291900
- Call sign: 9V6689
- Gross tonnage: 74693
- Deadweight: 81784 t
- Length overall: 271.932 m
- Beam: 42.809 m
- Home port: SINGAPORE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2026
- Registered owner: SOLT HOLDING PANAMA 67 SA (Canada)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: SEASPAN SHIP MANAGEMENT LTD (Canada)
- Last AIS position: 30°11.6′N · 123°41.9′E · Speed 7.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 02:31 UTC
- Destination: Yangshan (CN YSA) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 08:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ZIM EMERALD?
The vessel has a length overall of 271.932 metres and a beam of 42.809 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 15 metres.
What is the capacity of ZIM EMERALD?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 81,784 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 74,693.
Which classification society maintains ZIM EMERALD?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
Where has ZIM EMERALD been recently observed?
The vessel has been spotted in the Mediterranean Sea and East Africa. It has also been active in East Asia and South East Asia.
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