MSC BELLE (IMO 9203904)
MSC BELLE is a Container Ship built in 1998 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 15,879 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,004, and a length overall of 148.58 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container transport operations. MSC BELLE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously operated under six different flags and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 371743000
- Call sign: H9FF
- Gross tonnage: 12004
- Deadweight: 15879 t
- Length overall: 148.58 m
- Beam: 23.1 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner: BELLA OCEANIC INC (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- DOC holder: MSC Shipmanagement Limited
- Last AIS position: 31°8.8′N · 029°47.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:29 UTC
- Destination: El Dekheila (EG EDK)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC BELLE?
The vessel has a length overall of 148.58 metres and a beam of 23.1 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.289 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC BELLE?
The container ship has a deadweight tonnage of 15,879 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,004.
Which classification society maintains MSC BELLE?
MSC BELLE is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 48 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of MSC BELLE?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 6 different flags.
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