MSC GIOVANNA VII (IMO 9153850)
MSC GIOVANNA VII is a Container Ship built in 1998 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 88,669 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 80,942. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC GIOVANNA VII is classed by American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 636022942
- Call sign: 5LLE3
- Gross tonnage: 80942
- Deadweight: 88669 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 72 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 07/02/2025, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/02/2026
- Registered owner: CLYTIE OCEANWAY LTD (Liberia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 24°1.2′S · 014°9.3′E · Speed 15.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 22:21 UTC
- Destination: Hambantota (LK HBA) · ETA 12 April 2027 at 15:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC GIOVANNA VII?
MSC GIOVANNA VII is a container ship built in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 88,669 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 80,942.
Which classification society maintains MSC GIOVANNA VII?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
What is the port-state control history for MSC GIOVANNA VII?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 35 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 February 2026. All-time records show 72 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 February 2025.
Where has MSC GIOVANNA VII been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in South Asia, South Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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