MSC STELLA (IMO 9279989)
MSC STELLA is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 99,394 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 73,819, and a length overall of 303.92 metres. This size and capacity profile is typical for medium-to-large scale containerized cargo operations. MSC STELLA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South Asia 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 12 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 352983000
- Call sign: H8PA
- Gross tonnage: 73819
- Deadweight: 99394 t
- Length overall: 303.92 m
- Beam: 40 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/06/2026
- Registered owner: COMPANIA NAVIERA STELLA SA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 29°48.0′N · 122°9.7′E · Speed 15.3 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 17:45 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC STELLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 303.92 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.844 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC STELLA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 99,394 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 73,819.
Which classification society manages MSC STELLA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19, ERS, IW, and NAV-OC.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 June 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
Where has MSC STELLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Singapore Strait and around East Africa. It has also been observed operating in South Asia.
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