MSC DARIEN (IMO 9243394)
MSC DARIEN is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,446 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 89,097, and a length overall of 323 metres. This size and capacity are typical for medium-to-large container vessels engaged in international liner trades. MSC DARIEN is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the South America West Coast. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 255803780
- Call sign: CQRP
- Gross tonnage: 89097
- Deadweight: 105446 t
- Length overall: 323 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 17/03/2010, Hamburg (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/06/2026
- Registered owner: NORTIA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 1°42.0′S · 008°20.4′W · Speed 17.6 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 09:40 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 18 October 2026 at 14:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC DARIEN?
MSC DARIEN is a Container Ship built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC DARIEN?
The vessel has a length overall of 323 metres and a beam of 43 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 105,446 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains MSC DARIEN?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC DARIEN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the South America West Coast. These regions represent its recent geographic footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC DARIEN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 June 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 17 March 2010.
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