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The story of the OOCL Hong Kong
The OOCL Hong Kong was the first container ship in history to break the 21,000 TEU barrier. Delivered by Samsung Heavy Industries in May 2017 and christened in the city whose name it carries, it held the world capacity record for nearly three years — an eternity by the standards of the 2010s megaship race. It remains the flagship of OOCL, which became part of the COSCO group the following year.
Frequently asked questions
What record does the OOCL Hong Kong hold?
It was the first container ship to exceed 21,000 TEU, and was the world's largest from May 2017 until April 2020.
How complete is the emissions history for the OOCL Hong Kong?
The vessel has reported under the EU MRV regulation every year since the scheme began in 2018, giving a full eight-year efficiency trend.
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).