MSC HERMES III (IMO 9350317)
MSC HERMES 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 38,193, a gross tonnage of 27,061, and a length overall of 212.2 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC HERMES is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 September 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 636018593
- Call sign: D5QK6
- Gross tonnage: 27061
- Deadweight: 38193 t
- Length overall: 212.2 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/03/2019, Trieste (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/09/2025
- Registered owner: BOMAR SHIPPING LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 10°36.7′N · 107°0.4′E · Speed 5.2 kn · under way · received 5 October 2026 at 02:10 UTC
- Destination: Phuoc Long ICD (VN IPH)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC HERMES?
The vessel has a length overall of 212.2 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.108 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC HERMES?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,193 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 27,061.
Which classification society manages MSC HERMES?
MSC HERMES is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 September 2025. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 15 March 2019.
Where has MSC HERMES been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Africa and South Africa regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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