MSC CHARLESTON (IMO 9299537)
MSC CHARLESTON is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 126,053 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,023, and a length overall of 324.85 metres. This size and capacity are typical for large-scale container transport operations. MSC CHARLESTON is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and East Africa over recent periods. It has been registered under two former names and has operated under four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 255806367
- Call sign: CQEF4
- Gross tonnage: 91023
- Deadweight: 126053 t
- Length overall: 324.85 m
- Beam: 42.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/05/2026
- Registered owner: AQUITANIA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 22°41.4′N · 113°39.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 14:56 UTC
- Destination: Guangzhou Pt (CN GZG)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CHARLESTON?
The vessel has a length overall of 324.85 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.287 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC CHARLESTON?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 126,053 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,023.
Which classification society manages MSC CHARLESTON?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including ERS and RSCS.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
Where has MSC CHARLESTON been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including South Africa, West Africa, and South Asia. These observations cover various maritime zones across the African and Asian coasts.
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