Discover the Edith-Maersk: Ratings & Maritime News

The Thames River is set to make history as it welcomes the Edith Maersk, the largest ship to ever enter its waters, this weekend. Scheduled to dock at DP World London Gateway in the early hours of Sunday morning, October 19, this mammoth vessel measures an impressive 397 meters in length and 56 meters in width, with a draught of 16 meters. Capable of carrying up to 15,500 standard containers, the Edith Maersk represents a significant advancement in maritime logistics. To commemorate this monumental occasion, DP World London Gateway invites photographers and journalists to capture the moment. A time-lapse recording of the Edith Maersk’s arrival, along with the loading and unloading processes, will be documented, and a video will be available for download on Sunday evening. Don't miss the chance to witness this extraordinary event in maritime history!

On January 24, the container vessel 'Edith Maersk' made a significant impact at the Port of Gothenburg, Sweden, as it became the pioneer vessel of Maersk Line to participate in the innovative Fuel Switch Program. This proactive initiative aims to cut sulphur emissions in the vicinity of Gothenburg by an impressive 90% within the designated port control area. As part of this commitment, all Maersk Line vessels arriving at the port on a weekly schedule will transition to low-sulphur marine diesel oil, with sulphur content reduced to less than 0.1%. These vessels are part of direct service routes to Asian destinations, including Malaysia and China. In addition, starting February, Maersk Line will implement the switch to low-sulphur fuel for all its container ships while docked at the Port of Virginia, USA. This strategic move is anticipated to enhance air quality in the broader Hampton Roads region by significantly lowering emissions of sulphur, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter.

On January 13, 2012, at 6:30 p.m., the Port of Antwerp was poised to welcome the largest vessel ever to dock there, the 'Edith Maersk.' Scheduled to arrive at the terminal as part of an important trial run, the 'Edith Maersk' is among the most colossal container ships globally, following a previously canceled visit from its sister ship, the 'Evelyn Maersk,' due to adverse weather conditions. Authorities had unanimously approved the arrival, seeing this as a significant milestone for the port. The massive ship was sighted off the Wandelaar pilot station at 11 a.m. and reported a draft of 14.15 meters. This trial docking was accompanied by a thorough safety assessment, highlighting the involvement of a select group of Flemish and Dutch observers from the Joint Nautical Authority of Scheldt and Dutch Pilots. As 4 tugs were mobilized from Bath in preparation, the 'Edith Maersk' was set to make its grand entrance at the PSA terminal around 6:30 p.m. This remarkable vessel not only extended the port's length record by nearly 30 meters but also made history by transporting a staggering 15,500 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU).