MSC HIMANSHI (IMO 9127540)
MSC HIMANSHI is a Container Ship built in 1997 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 33,894, a gross tonnage of 23,896, and a length overall of 188.12 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport. MSC HIMANSHI is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Asia, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under 4 different flag states and has held 7 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 636015899
- Call sign: ELZK4
- Gross tonnage: 23896
- Deadweight: 33894 t
- Length overall: 188.12 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/04/2013, Auckland (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/03/2026
- Registered owner: HIMANSHI MARINE INC (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 31°57.9′N · 120°22.0′E · Speed 9.7 kn · received 6 October 2026 at 22:40 UTC
- Destination: Zhangjiagang (CN ZJG)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC HIMANSHI?
The vessel has a length overall of 188.12 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.256 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC HIMANSHI?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 33,894 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 23,896.
Which classification society manages MSC HIMANSHI?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E(H) IW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 March 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 1998 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 April 2013.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
The vessel has been registered under 7 former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under 4 different flag states previously.
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