MSC CAPE III (IMO 9360271)
MSC CAPE III is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,666 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 28,007, and a length overall of 221.75 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional feeder or liner services. MSC CAPE III is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 255799000
- Call sign: CQMP
- Gross tonnage: 28007
- Deadweight: 38666 t
- Length overall: 221.75 m
- Beam: 29.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2026
- Registered owner: CAPE SHIPPING & TRADING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 1°15.3′N · 103°38.0′E · Speed 22.4 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 03:56 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CAPE III?
The vessel has a length overall of 221.75 metres and a beam of 29.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.791 metres.
Who is the classification society for MSC CAPE III?
MSC CAPE III is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,666 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,007.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 July 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has MSC CAPE III been operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been active in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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