MSC ALABAMA III (IMO 9123166)
MSC ALABAMA III is a Container Ship built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,180 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 37,518, and a length overall of 242.8 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC ALABAMA III is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and North Europe over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and one previous flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 371602000
- Call sign: 3EDK7
- Gross tonnage: 37518
- Deadweight: 52180 t
- Length overall: 242.8 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 82 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/02/2023, Brisbane (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 20/04/2026
- Registered owner: ALABAMA MARITIME INC (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 26°32.0′N · 015°51.8′W · Speed 15.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:36 UTC
- Destination: Abidjan (CI ABJ) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ALABAMA III?
The vessel has a length overall of 242.8 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.165 metres.
Which classification society maintains MSC ALABAMA III?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is Reinstated with notation for SOLAS-II-2 and ER(EGCS Hybrid) capabilities.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
MSC ALABAMA III has a deadweight tonnage of 52,180 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 37,518.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 82 inspections since 1999 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 14 February 2023.
Where has MSC ALABAMA III been operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and North Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
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