MSC NIKOLETA II (IMO 9232644)
MSC NIKOLETA II is a Container Ship built in 2002 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,968 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,802. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC NIKOLETA II is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 5 different flags and has been known by 9 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 15 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 636020902
- Call sign: 5LBG9
- Gross tonnage: 16802
- Deadweight: 22968 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 58 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/11/2018, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/05/2026
- Registered owner: SPERO SHIPPING & TRADING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 29°40.6′N · 122°56.6′E · Speed 9.9 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 16:47 UTC
- Destination: Ningbo-Zhoushan (NBO) (CN NBO)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC NIKOLETA II?
MSC NIKOLETA II is a container ship built in 2002. It is currently in its 24th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MSC NIKOLETA II?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,968 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,802.
Which classification society manages MSC NIKOLETA II?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC NIKOLETA II been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
What is the port-state control record for MSC NIKOLETA II?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 May 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2002 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 November 2018.
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