MSC MAKALU III (IMO 9327683)
MSC MAKALU III is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 48,315 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,161, and a length overall of 210.91 metres. This size profile is characteristic of medium-sized container vessels used for regional liner services. MSC MAKALU III is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has a history of 5 former names and 5 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636022307
- Call sign: 5LID5
- Gross tonnage: 32161
- Deadweight: 48315 t
- Length overall: 210.91 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 15/11/2025, Fuzhou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2026
- Registered owner: STAFFA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 1°10.7′N · 103°50.9′E · Speed 12.0 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 21:40 UTC
- Destination: Manila (PH MNL) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 18:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC MAKALU III?
The vessel has a length overall of 210.91 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.7 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC MAKALU III?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 48,315 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,161.
Which classification society manages MSC MAKALU III?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 32 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 November 2025.
Where has MSC MAKALU III been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in East Asian waters.
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