MSC VANESSA (IMO 9251688)
MSC VANESSA is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 97,241 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 76,512, and a length overall of 299.98 metres. At this scale, it operates as a large-capacity container vessel for international trade. MSC VANESSA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 356946000
- Call sign: HOWD
- Gross tonnage: 76512
- Deadweight: 97241 t
- Length overall: 299.98 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 79 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/10/2020, Le Port (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: ALDREDA COMPANIA NAVIERA SA (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 22°44.3′N · 069°41.7′E · received 28 September 2026 at 09:16 UTC
- Destination: Mundra (IN MUN)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC VANESSA?
The vessel has a length overall of 299.98 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.6 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC VANESSA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 97,241 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 76,512.
Which classification society manages MSC VANESSA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 79 inspections since 2003 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 October 2020.
Where has MSC VANESSA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including South Africa and South Asia. It has also been noted in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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