MSC DORADO VIII (IMO 9301495)
MSC DORADO VIII is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 102,759 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 89,941. This capacity is characteristic of medium-to-large scale container vessels used in global liner services. MSC DORADO VIII is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North America East Coast, and South Africa. It has previously operated under 6 different flags and 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 636024993
- Call sign: 5LVH4
- Gross tonnage: 89941
- Deadweight: 102759 t
- Length overall: 334 m
- Beam: 43 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/11/2021, Savannah, Georgia (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/05/2026
- Registered owner: LORCAN OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 22°40.5′N · 069°44.0′E · Speed 13.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:58 UTC
- Destination: Mundra (IN MUN)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC DORADO VIII?
MSC DORADO VIII is a container ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MSC DORADO VIII?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 102,759 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 89,941.
Which classification society manages MSC DORADO VIII?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC DORADO VIII been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the North America East Coast. It has also been recorded in the South Africa and East Africa regions.
What is the port-state control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 30 November 2021.
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