MSC PIONEER IV (IMO 9449120)
PIONEER IV is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,955, a gross tonnage of 38,364, and a length overall of 239.51 metres. This size and configuration are typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services.
PIONEER IV is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and seven different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538011360
- Call sign: V7A7016
- Gross tonnage: 38364
- Deadweight: 55301 t
- Length overall: 239.51 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/07/2026
- Registered owner: GERLINDE OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 41°12.8′N · 002°23.8′E · Speed 1.2 kn
- Destination: Barcelona (ES BCN) · ETA 2026-09-06T08:00:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of PIONEER IV?
The vessel has a length overall of 239.51 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.5 metres.
What is the capacity of PIONEER IV?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 46,955 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,364.
Which classification society manages PIONEER IV?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 1 July 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has PIONEER IV been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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