MSC NEW HAVEN VIII (IMO 9293777)
MSC NEW HAVEN VIII 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 100,887 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 90,449, and a length overall of 334 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale container transport vessels. MSC NEW HAVEN VIII is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and six 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 23 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 255803670
- Call sign: CQRI
- Gross tonnage: 90449
- Deadweight: 100887 t
- Length overall: 334 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 71 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/07/2026
- Registered owner: VESUNNA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 43°24.8′N · 004°50.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 01:47 UTC
- Destination: Fos-sur-Mer (FR FOS)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC NEW HAVEN VIII?
MSC NEW HAVEN VIII is a Container Ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC NEW HAVEN VIII?
The vessel has a length overall of 334 metres and a beam of 42 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 100,887 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains MSC NEW HAVEN VIII?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC NEW HAVEN VIII been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa, West Europe, and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait and South China Sea.
What is the PSC inspection record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 July 2026. All-time records show 71 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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