MSC FRANCESCA (IMO 9401116)
MSC FRANCESCA 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 174,897 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 131,771, and a length overall of 363.57 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant intercontinental cargo capacity. MSC FRANCESCA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 370993000
- Call sign: 3FXI
- Gross tonnage: 131771
- Deadweight: 174897 t
- Length overall: 363.57 m
- Beam: 45.59 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/12/2025
- Registered owner: KANGILES SEAS CORP (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 26°29.2′N · 056°55.5′E · Speed 0.4 kn · received 22 April 2026 at 14:36 UTC
- Destination: Hambantota (LK HBA) · ETA 28 April 2026 at 09:06 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC FRANCESCA?
The vessel has a length overall of 363.57 metres and a beam of 45.59 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.549 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC FRANCESCA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 174,897 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 131,771.
Which classification society maintains MSC FRANCESCA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 December 2025. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has MSC FRANCESCA been operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Asia, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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