MSC QINGDAO (IMO 9256470)
MSC QINGDAO is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 105,162 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 89,097, and a length overall of 323 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale container transport vessels.
MSC QINGDAO is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 22 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 636019331
- Call sign: D5UA5
- Gross tonnage: 89097
- Deadweight: 105162 t
- Length overall: 323 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 70 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/01/2021, Mersin (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/08/2026
- Registered owner: GLOBAL SHIP LEASE 52 LLC (Greece)
- Ship manager: CONCHART COMMERCIAL INC (Greece)
- ISM manager: TECHNOMAR SHIPPING INC-LIB (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 33°19.1′N · 167°53.2′E · Speed 18.3 kn
- Destination: Shanghai (SHA) (CN SHA) · ETA 2026-10-13T19:56:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC QINGDAO?
MSC QINGDAO is a Container Ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC QINGDAO?
The vessel has a length overall of 323 metres and a beam of 42 metres. It possesses a deadweight tonnage of 105,162 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MSC QINGDAO?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 22 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 20 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 August 2026. All-time records show 70 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 January 2021.
Where has MSC QINGDAO been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and the North America East Coast. It also operates within the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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