MSC AGAMEMNON VIII (IMO 9315381)
MSC AGAMEMNON VIII is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 115,926 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,029. This capacity is consistent with mid-to-large scale containerized cargo operations. MSC AGAMEMNON VIII is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Singapore Strait/South China Sea regions. It has operated under 3 former flags and 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 255803260
- Call sign: CQQR
- Gross tonnage: 90029
- Deadweight: 115926 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 54 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 06/01/2013, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/10/2026
- Registered owner: ESHU OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 29°36.8′N · 095°0.0′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 13:26 UTC
- Destination: Houston (US HOU)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC AGAMEMNON VIII?
MSC AGAMEMNON VIII is a container ship. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 115,926 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,029.
Which classification society manages MSC AGAMEMNON VIII?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC AGAMEMNON VIII been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in West Africa and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been recorded in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea.
What is the port-state control history of the vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026. All-time records show 54 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 6 January 2013.
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