MSC PALATIUM III (IMO 9336165)
MSC PALATIUM III 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 35,951 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 26,435, and a length overall of 208.93 metres. This size and configuration is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MSC PALATIUM III is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the Java Sea over recent periods. It has a history of 7 former names and has operated under 4 different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 636018562
- Call sign: A8KD9
- Gross tonnage: 26435
- Deadweight: 35951 t
- Length overall: 208.93 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 08/10/2026, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/10/2026
- Registered owner: PALATIUM NAVIGATION LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 31°59.6′N · 126°41.2′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 00:32 UTC
- Destination: Busan (PUS) (KR PUS) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 17:47 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC PALATIUM III?
The vessel has a length overall of 208.93 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.6 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC PALATIUM III?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 35,951 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 26,435.
Which classification society maintains MSC PALATIUM III?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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 36 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 October 2026.
Where has MSC PALATIUM III been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and the Java Sea. It also operates within the East Asia and South East Asia regions.
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