MSC MELTEMI III (IMO 9440306)
MSC MELTEMI III is a Container Ship built in 2010 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 41,253 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 35,878. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC MELTEMI III is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and West Africa. It has previously operated under 6 different flags and 4 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255805852
- Call sign: CQBX
- Gross tonnage: 35878
- Deadweight: 41253 t
- Length overall: 213 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2026
- Registered owner: MELTEMI SHIPPING & TRADING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 17°49.2′N · 102°16.2′W · Speed 5.8 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 13:59 UTC
- Destination: Lázaro Cárdenas (MX LZC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC MELTEMI III?
MSC MELTEMI III is a container ship built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 41,253 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 35,878.
Which classification society manages MSC MELTEMI III?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC MELTEMI III been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and West Africa. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 31 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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