MSC UNITY VI (IMO 9169158)
MSC UNITY VI is a Container Ship built in 1999 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,216 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 69,246, and a length overall of 285 metres. This size and type suggest its role in regional containerized cargo transport. MSC UNITY VI is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 357077000
- Call sign: 3FCD9
- Gross tonnage: 69246
- Deadweight: 63216 t
- Length overall: 285 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 87 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/07/2023, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/08/2026
- Registered owner: AELITA OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 36°0.7′N · 120°12.6′E · Speed 0.9 kn · moored · received 20 September 2026 at 06:54 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao (CN QIN)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC UNITY VI?
The vessel has a length overall of 285 metres and a beam of 40 metres. These dimensions are consistent with its classification as a container ship.
What is the capacity of MSC UNITY VI?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 63,216 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 69,246.
Which classification society manages MSC UNITY VI?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 August 2026. All-time records show 87 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 July 2023.
What is the flag history of MSC UNITY VI?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state during its service life.
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