MSC DUBAI VII (IMO 9444285)

MSC DUBAI VII 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 99,546, a gross tonnage of 71,867, and a length overall of 295.18 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale container transport operations. MSC DUBAI VII is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. It has previously operated under three 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 6 August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of MSC DUBAI VII?

The vessel has a length overall of 295.18 metres and a beam of 40 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.721 metres.

What is the capacity of MSC DUBAI VII?

The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 99,546 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 71,867.

Which classification society manages MSC DUBAI VII?

The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container DG(P) E0, though the status is listed as Withdrawn.

How many inspections has the vessel undergone?

Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 6 August 2026. All-time records show 58 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.

Where has MSC DUBAI VII been recently spotted?

The vessel has been observed in South Africa and the Singapore Strait. It has also been recorded in the South China Sea and East Asia.

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