Based on the reference provided, the largest ship in the world, as measured by length, is the Seawise Giant.
According to the list of the Top-10 Largest Ships in the World as of August 2024, the Seawise Giant holds the top spot. Its impressive length sets it apart from other massive vessels.
Top Largest Ships by Length (As of August 2024)
The reference highlights the biggest ships based on their overall length. Here are the top entries from the list:
| S. No. | Ship Name | Length (in m) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Seawise Giant | 458.46 |
| 2. | Batillus class | 414.22 |
| 3. | Esso Atlantic/Pacific | 406.57 |
This list shows that the Seawise Giant significantly exceeds the length of the next largest ships. While ships can be ranked by various metrics like gross tonnage or deadweight tonnage, the reference uses length as the primary comparison factor, establishing Seawise Giant as the largest by this measure.
