MSC GENERAL IV (IMO 9344708)
MSC GENERAL IV 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 53,870 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 41,835, and a length overall of 264.21 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MSC GENERAL IV is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636022632
- Call sign: A8MW8
- Gross tonnage: 41835
- Deadweight: 53870 t
- Length overall: 264.21 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 21/11/2024, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2025
- Registered owner: DAEIRA OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 4°17.0′S · 039°47.4′E · Speed 14.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 21:11 UTC
- Destination: Mombasa (KE MBA)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC GENERAL IV?
The vessel has a length overall of 264.21 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.75 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC GENERAL IV?
The vessel was built by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard Co., Ltd. in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
MSC GENERAL IV has a deadweight tonnage of 53,870 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 41,835.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2025. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 November 2024.
What is the classification of MSC GENERAL IV?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Container carrier BIS DG(P) E0 NAUTICUS(Newbuilding) TMON.
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