MSC SAMU (IMO 9222106)
MSC SAMU 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 39,757, a gross tonnage of 30,047, and a length overall of 207.94 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MSC SAMU is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 636020700
- Call sign: A8CH2
- Gross tonnage: 30047
- Deadweight: 39757 t
- Length overall: 207.94 m
- Beam: 32.24 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 57 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/06/2026
- Registered owner: WESTERMOOR SHIPPING LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 8°28.8′N · 013°33.3′W · Speed 6.6 kn · under way · received 24 September 2026 at 04:41 UTC
- Destination: Freetown (SL FNA)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC SAMU?
The vessel has a length overall of 207.94 metres and a beam of 32.24 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.203 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC SAMU?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 39,757 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,047.
Which classification society maintains MSC SAMU?
MSC SAMU is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E(H) IW.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026. All-time records show 57 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
Where has MSC SAMU been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in West Africa and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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