MSC NIOVI VIII (IMO 9290488)
MSC NIOVI VIII is a Container Ship built in 2005 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 93,570, a gross tonnage of 83,011, and no length overall is specified in the current records. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC NIOVI VIII is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). 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 four different names and seven different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 636022795
- Call sign: 5LKM6
- Gross tonnage: 83011
- Deadweight: 93570 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 64 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/02/2023, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/09/2026
- Registered owner: MITHRA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 32°2.1′N · 080°49.9′W · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 07:26 UTC
- Destination: Veracruz (MX VER) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 07:45 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC NIOVI VIII?
MSC NIOVI VIII is a container ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MSC NIOVI VIII?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 93,570. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 83,011.
Which classification society maintains MSC NIOVI VIII?
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 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 September 2026. All-time records show 64 inspections since 2005 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 February 2023.
Where has MSC NIOVI VIII been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been observed near the North America East Coast and the Gulf of Mexico.
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