MSC RIDA VIII (IMO 9393307)
MSC RIDA VIII is a Container Ship built in 2009 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 123,418 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,511, and a length overall of 339.6 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a large-scale container carrier for international trade. MSC RIDA VIII is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the North America West Coast, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 255803480
- Call sign: CQRD
- Gross tonnage: 94511
- Deadweight: 123418 t
- Length overall: 339.6 m
- Beam: 45.6 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/09/2026
- Registered owner: THETIS OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 41°0.1′N · 012°26.8′E · Speed 9.0 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:51 UTC
- Destination: Genova (IT GOA) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 03:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC RIDA VIII?
The vessel has a length overall of 339.6 metres and a beam of 45.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.396 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC RIDA VIII?
The vessel was built by Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd. in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC RIDA VIII?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 123,418 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,511.
What is the classification of MSC RIDA VIII?
MSC RIDA VIII is classed by DNV, an IACS member. The current class notation is Container carrier CSA(2) E0 NAUTICUS(Newbuilding).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026. All-time records show 53 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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