MSC TEXAS 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 123,625 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 91,649, and a length overall of 334.07 metres. This size and capacity profile is characteristic of large-scale container transport operations. MSC TEXAS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea regions. It has been registered under seven 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 1 September 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 334.07 metres and a beam of 42.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.308 metres.
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 123,625 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,649.
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with several specific notations including ERS and NAV-OC.
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2006 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 March 2023.
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South Asia. It has also been observed operating in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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