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The story of the Ever Ace
When the Ever Ace entered service in July 2021, it claimed the title of the world's largest container ship by capacity, edging out HMM Algeciras with 23,992 TEU. Built by Samsung Heavy Industries, it inaugurated Evergreen's A-class — a series of megaships designed for the Asia–Europe trade where economies of scale matter most. Its maiden call at European ports drew crowds of ship spotters, a reminder that each new record-holder briefly becomes a celebrity of world trade.
Frequently asked questions
Was the Ever Ace the largest container ship in the world?
Yes — at its delivery in 2021 it was the largest by container capacity (23,992 TEU), before being surpassed by MSC's newest classes in 2022-2023.
How does size affect the Ever Ace's efficiency?
Megaships like the Ever Ace consume more fuel per mile than smaller vessels, but spread over nearly 24,000 containers their emissions per transported tonne are among the lowest in the fleet.
Where does this emissions data come from?
All figures are official verified data reported under the EU MRV regulation and published by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA).