MSC TARA III (IMO 9259381)
MSC TARA III 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 33,232 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 27,227. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC TARA III 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 and South East Asia over recent periods. It has a history involving 5 former names and 5 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 636021139
- Call sign: 5LCM6
- Gross tonnage: 27227
- Deadweight: 33232 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/09/2023, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/08/2026
- Registered owner: NUSANTARA SHIPPING LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 19°56.4′S · 035°10.8′E · Speed 12.6 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 19:57 UTC
- Destination: Beira (MZ BEW)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC TARA III?
MSC TARA III is a container ship built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MSC TARA III?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 33,232 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,227.
Which classification society maintains MSC TARA III?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized 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 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2003 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 September 2023.
Where has MSC TARA III been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the East Asia and South East Asia regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic observations.
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