MSC PAOLA (IMO 9161297)
MSC PAOLA 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 52,566 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 37,968, and a length overall of 242.83 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-capacity container vessels operating in regional trade routes. MSC PAOLA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, the Singapore Strait, and across South East Asia. It has previously operated under seven different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 636018318
- Call sign: D5PE6
- Gross tonnage: 37968
- Deadweight: 52566 t
- Length overall: 242.83 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 81 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 19/06/2025, Sydney (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/05/2026
- Registered owner: PANCHRISTINA NAVIERA CO SA (China)
- Ship manager: MSC SHIP MANAGEMENT HK LTD (China)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 7°3.4′N · 110°29.1′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 07:14 UTC
- Destination: Tanjunguban (ID TAN) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 23:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC PAOLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 242.83 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.211 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC PAOLA?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. in 1998. It is currently in its 28th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC PAOLA?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,566 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 37,968.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 35 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 May 2026. All-time records show 81 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 June 2025.
What is the classification of MSC PAOLA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its specific class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 IW.
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