MSC ELA (IMO 9282259)
MSC ELA 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 72,999, a gross tonnage of 54,304, and a length overall of 294.06 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within global trade routes. MSC ELA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, 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 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 353934000
- Call sign: H3MJ
- Gross tonnage: 54304
- Deadweight: 72999 t
- Length overall: 294.06 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 72 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 26/01/2023, Vancouver (Paris MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2026
- Registered owner: BILLIAT SA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- DOC holder: MSC Shipmanagement Limited
- Last AIS position: 49°22.5′N · 004°9.8′W · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:20 UTC
- Destination: Felixstowe (GB FXT) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ELA?
The vessel has a length overall of 294.06 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.081 metres.
Which classification society maintains MSC ELA?
MSC ELA is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 IW.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC ELA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 72,999 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 54,304.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 21 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2026. All-time records show 72 inspections since 2004 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 26 January 2023.
Where has MSC ELA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded in the North America East Coast and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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