MSC ASYA (IMO 9339296)
MSC ASYA is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 132,035 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 108,930, and a length overall of 336.68 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a large-scale container vessel for international liner trades. MSC ASYA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 354744000
- Call sign: 3EOB8
- Gross tonnage: 108930
- Deadweight: 132035 t
- Length overall: 336.68 m
- Beam: 45.6 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 06/02/2025, London (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/06/2026
- Registered owner: ASYA NAVIERA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 37°58.9′S · 144°51.0′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 23:43 UTC
- Destination: Melbourne (AU MEL)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ASYA?
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 ASYA?
The vessel was built by Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. - Geoje Shipyard. It was completed in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC ASYA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 132,035 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 108,930.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 32 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 June 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 6 February 2025.
What is the classification of MSC ASYA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current status is Reinstated with several notations including BWM and NAV-O.
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