MSC CAPETOWN III (IMO 9311737)
MSC CAPETOWN III 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 39,228 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,911, and a length overall of 222.16 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC CAPETOWN III is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and across South East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under three 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 14 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 255983000
- Call sign: CRYB
- Gross tonnage: 28911
- Deadweight: 39228 t
- Length overall: 222.16 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/08/2026
- Registered owner: CAPHEIRA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 27°22.1′S · 153°10.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 14:24 UTC
- Destination: Brisbane (AU BNE)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CAPETOWN III?
The vessel has a length overall of 222.16 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC CAPETOWN III?
The vessel was built by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard Co., Ltd. in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
MSC CAPETOWN III has a deadweight tonnage of 39,228 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,911.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC CAPETOWN III?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 August 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2006 and no detentions.
What is the classification of MSC CAPETOWN III?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its specific class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 IW RSD.
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