MSC CANDICE (IMO 9339284)
MSC CANDICE is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 132,035, a gross tonnage of 108,930, and a length overall of 336.68 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale containerized cargo transport. MSC CANDICE 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 Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 352871000
- Call sign: 3ENC5
- Gross tonnage: 108930
- Deadweight: 132035 t
- Length overall: 336.68 m
- Beam: 45.6 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/09/2023, (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: CANDICE NAVIERA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 31°18.5′N · 080°31.1′W · Speed 9.1 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 14:18 UTC
- Destination: Freeport, Grand Bahama (BS FPO) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CANDICE?
The vessel has a length overall of 336.68 metres and a beam of 45.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.697 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC CANDICE?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. - Geoje Shipyard. It was completed in 2007 and is now in its 19th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC CANDICE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 132,035 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 108,930.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 23 September 2023.
What classification society maintains MSC CANDICE?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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