MSC SHIVALIKA III (IMO 9179828)
MSC SHIVALIKA III 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 33,843 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 25,705, and a length overall of 208 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations.
MSC SHIVALIKA III is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, Singapore Strait, and throughout South East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under five former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 636024508
- Call sign: A8WZ8
- Gross tonnage: 25705
- Deadweight: 33843 t
- Length overall: 208 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: MONROVIA -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 68 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 05/10/2024, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: KRISTA OCEANWAY LTD (Liberia)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 8°55.7′N · 110°28.6′E · Speed 15.1 kn
- Destination: Port Klang (Pelabuhan Klang) (MY PKG) · ETA 2026-10-12T00:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC SHIVALIKA III?
MSC SHIVALIKA III is a container ship built in 1999. It is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC SHIVALIKA III?
The vessel has a length overall of 208 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a 33,843 DWT container ship.
Which classification society manages MSC SHIVALIKA III?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of this vessel?
The main engine is rated at 19,810 kW. This power rating is used to drive the vessel's propulsion systems.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 42 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 68 inspections since 1999 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 October 2024.
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