MSC JOY (IMO 9039250)
MSC JOY is a Container Ship built in 1992 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 34th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,109, a gross tonnage of 30,567, and a length overall of 202.38 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC JOY is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1992
- MMSI: 356037000
- Call sign: 3EUB5
- Gross tonnage: 30567
- Deadweight: 41109 t
- Length overall: 202.38 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/06/2026, Greenock (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/06/2026
- Registered owner: JOY NAVIERA CO SA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 51°24.6′N · 002°35.5′E · Speed 0.5 kn · at anchor · received 15 October 2026 at 12:52 UTC
- Destination: Antwerp (BE ANR)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC JOY?
The vessel has a length overall of 202.38 metres and a beam of 31 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.5 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC JOY?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,109 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,567.
Which classification society manages MSC JOY?
MSC JOY is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E2(H) ERS.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 33 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 June 2026.
What is the vessel's flag and age?
MSC JOY currently flies the Panama flag and is 34 years old. It has previously operated under 5 different flag states during its service life.
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