The World's biggest container ship HMM Algeciras

World's biggest container ship HMM Algeciras docks at London Gateway. The world's biggest container ship has docked in Essex after completing its maiden voyage. HMM, Algeciras measures 1,312ft (400m) long and 200ft (61m) wide - which is longer than the height of the Shard at 1,017ft (310m).

Algeciras is the most recent vessel to hold the title of the world's largest container ship. At maximum capacity, the ship carries slightly more 20-foot containers than its predecessor MSC Gülsün: 23,964 TEU versus 23,756 TEU. During this maiden voyage, HMM Algeciras will have 19,621 TEU on board – itself a record number.