MSC BANJUL IV (IMO 9253296)
MSC BANJUL IV is a Container Ship built in 2003 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 48,847 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 41,078, and a length overall of 259.99 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-capacity container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MSC BANJUL IV is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and East Africa over recent periods. It has been registered under 6 former names and has operated under 4 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 3 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 636023658
- Call sign: A8CI9
- Gross tonnage: 41078
- Deadweight: 48847 t
- Length overall: 259.99 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 76 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/02/2026
- Registered owner: KYLEN OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 39°58.5′N · 119°49.5′E · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 11:59 UTC
- Destination: Qinhuangdao (CN QHD)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC BANJUL IV?
The vessel has a length overall of 259.99 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC BANJUL IV?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 48,847 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,078.
Which classification society manages MSC BANJUL IV?
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 IW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 February 2026. All-time records show 76 inspections since 2003 and no detentions.
What is the vessel's flag and registry history?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag and is registered to the home port of Monrovia. Throughout its career, it has operated under 4 different flags and 6 former names.
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