MSC SOPHIE VII (IMO 9221827)
MSC SOPHIE VII is a Container Ship built in 2001 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 79,559, a gross tonnage of 72,760, and a length overall of 300 metres. This size and type suggest its use in mid-to-large scale containerized cargo transport. MSC SOPHIE VII is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 636024245
- Call sign: 5LRR4
- Gross tonnage: 72760
- Deadweight: 79559 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 24/08/2016, Aliaga (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/04/2026
- Registered owner: AMAYA OCEANWAY LTD (Liberia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 17°15.4′S · 010°43.9′E · Speed 16.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 01:31 UTC
- Destination: Pointe Noire (CG PNR) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC SOPHIE VII?
MSC SOPHIE VII is a Container Ship built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC SOPHIE VII?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 79,559 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MSC SOPHIE VII?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC SOPHIE VII been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and West Africa. These regions represent its recent geographic operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC SOPHIE VII?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 April 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 2001 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 August 2016.
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