MSC UBERTY VIII (IMO 9337444)
MSC UBERTY VIII is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 103,614 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,507. This capacity is characteristic of medium-to-large scale containerized cargo operations. MSC UBERTY VIII is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and two previous 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 21 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 210653000
- Call sign: 5BXB6
- Gross tonnage: 90507
- Deadweight: 103614 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/04/2012, Shenzhen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/07/2026
- Registered owner: KYNTHIA OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 29°48.8′N · 032°33.5′E · Speed 5.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 21:42 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 23 October 2026 at 15:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC UBERTY VIII?
MSC UBERTY VIII is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 103,614 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,507.
Which classification society maintains MSC UBERTY VIII?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC UBERTY VIII?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 July 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 12 April 2012.
Where has MSC UBERTY VIII been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and the North America West Coast. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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