MSC TRADER II (IMO 9230775)
MSC TRADER II 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 22,968 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 16,803, and a length overall of 184.04 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. MSC TRADER II is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under 6 former flags and 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 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: 636020978
- Call sign: 5LBQ9
- Gross tonnage: 16803
- Deadweight: 22968 t
- Length overall: 184.04 m
- Beam: 25.3 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/04/2023, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/06/2026
- Registered owner: NEW GDYNIA SHIPPING & TRADING (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 10°16.6′N · 107°5.9′E · Speed 7.0 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 23:51 UTC
- Destination: Dong Nai (VN DNA) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 00:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC TRADER II?
The vessel has a length overall of 184.04 metres and a beam of 25.3 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.889 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC TRADER II?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 22,968 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,803.
Which classification society maintains MSC TRADER II?
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 E(H) IW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 29 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2001 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 April 2023.
Where has MSC TRADER II been operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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