MSC BEIJING (IMO 9289099)
MSC BEIJING is a Container Ship built in 2005 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 126,073 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,023, and a length overall of 324.89 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a significant unit within the global container shipping trade. MSC BEIJING is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 255806376
- Call sign: CQEG5
- Gross tonnage: 91023
- Deadweight: 126073 t
- Length overall: 324.89 m
- Beam: 42.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/12/2025
- Registered owner: OPHELIA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 39°57.7′N · 073°51.8′W · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 13:02 UTC
- Destination: Baltimore (US BAL) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 11:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC BEIJING?
The vessel has a length overall of 324.89 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.287 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC BEIJING?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 126,073 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,023.
Which classification society manages MSC BEIJING?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 December 2025. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
Where has MSC BEIJING been recently spotted?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa and South Africa regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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