MSC UNITED VIII (IMO 9302619)
MSC UNITED VIII is a Container Ship built in 2006 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 110,153 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 90,922, and a length overall of 335.7 metres. This size and capacity profile is characteristic of large-scale container transport operations. MSC UNITED VIII is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and two previous 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 19 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 210610000
- Call sign: 5BSL6
- Gross tonnage: 90922
- Deadweight: 110153 t
- Length overall: 335.7 m
- Beam: 42.8 m
- Home port: LIMASSOL
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 28/06/2020, Port Adelaide (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/08/2026
- Registered owner: UNITE SHIPPING & TRADING LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- DOC holder: MSC Shipmanagement Limited
- Last AIS position: 49°31.9′N · 023°21.1′W · Speed 14.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:02 UTC
- Destination: Felixstowe (GB FXT) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC UNITED VIII?
The vessel has a length overall of 335.7 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15.242 metres.
Which classification society maintains MSC UNITED VIII?
MSC UNITED VIII is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship BIS TMON(oil lubricated).
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 110,153 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,922.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 August 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2007 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 June 2020.
Where has MSC UNITED VIII been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. These areas represent its recent geographic activity.
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