The story of the HMM Algeciras
The HMM Algeciras was South Korea's statement ship: delivered by Daewoo in April 2020 as the world's largest container vessel, it led a twelve-ship class ordered to relaunch HMM (formerly Hyundai Merchant Marine) after the collapse of Hanjin Shipping had left the country without a global carrier. Its record-setting maiden voyage came in the middle of the pandemic's first wave, sailing near-full at a time when the industry expected a historic slump — a bet that paid off when container demand exploded months later.
Frequently asked questions
Was the HMM Algeciras the largest container ship in the world?
Yes — at its April 2020 delivery it was the world's largest with 23,964 TEU, until Evergreen's Ever Ace surpassed it in 2021.
Why is the HMM Algeciras important for South Korea?
It led the megaship program meant to rebuild the national flag carrier HMM after Hanjin Shipping's 2016 bankruptcy, the largest collapse in container shipping history.
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).