MSC ELLEN X (IMO 9166780)
MSC ELLEN is a Container Ship built in 1999 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 119,448 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 92,198, and a length overall of 346.98 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a significant unit within the global container shipping trade. MSC ELLEN is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 636020729
- Call sign: 5LAK6
- Gross tonnage: 92198
- Deadweight: 119448 t
- Length overall: 346.98 m
- Beam: 42.8 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 31/07/2026, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/09/2026
- Registered owner: SOROE SHIPPING LTD (Denmark)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 36°52.4′N · 076°20.9′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 20:54 UTC
- Destination: Norfolk (US ORF)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ELLEN?
The vessel has a length overall of 346.98 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.75 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC ELLEN?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 119,448 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,198.
Which classification society manages MSC ELLEN?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship TMON(oil lubricated).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 5 of them. The most recent inspection was on 9 September 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 1999 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 July 2026.
What is the flag history of MSC ELLEN?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under four different flag states.
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