MSC ORNELLA (IMO 9281267)
MSC ORNELLA 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 73,049 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 54,304, and a length overall of 294.1 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-to-large container vessels engaged in regional and intercontinental liner trades. MSC ORNELLA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 354202000
- Call sign: H3RF
- Gross tonnage: 54304
- Deadweight: 73049 t
- Length overall: 294.1 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 74 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 13/08/2026, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/09/2026
- Registered owner: HOCAILLE SA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 14°51.5′S · 004°42.5′E · Speed 19.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 11:09 UTC
- Destination: San-Pédro (CI SPY) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 18:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ORNELLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 294.1 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.081 metres.
Which classification society maintains MSC ORNELLA?
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 ER(EGCS Hybrid).
What is the cargo capacity of MSC ORNELLA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,049 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 54,304.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 14 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 September 2026. All-time records show 74 inspections since 2004 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 August 2026.
Where has MSC ORNELLA been operating?
The vessel has been recently observed in West Africa and South Africa. It has also been tracked near the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
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