MSC DARWIN VI (IMO 9200689)
MSC DARWIN VI 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 81,553, a gross tonnage of 66,278, and a length overall of 278.82 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within global trade routes. MSC DARWIN VI 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 Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under 6 former flags and 2 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 636021993
- Call sign: D5SI4
- Gross tonnage: 66278
- Deadweight: 81553 t
- Length overall: 278.82 m
- Beam: 40.3 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 88 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 03/01/2025, Brisbane (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/01/2026
- Registered owner: DARWIN OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 33°8.1′S · 071°51.6′W · Speed 8.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 10:15 UTC
- Destination: San Antonio (CL SAI) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC DARWIN VI?
The vessel has a length overall of 278.82 metres and a beam of 40.3 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.4 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC DARWIN VI?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 81,553 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 66,278.
Which classification society manages MSC DARWIN VI?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 IW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 January 2026. All-time records show 88 inspections since 2000 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 January 2025.
What is the flag history of MSC DARWIN VI?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 6 different flags.
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