MSC RICCARDA II (IMO 9449869)
MSC RICCARDA II is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,800 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,068, and a length overall of 180 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional container feeder operations. MSC RICCARDA II is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Singapore Strait and South China Sea, and South Asia and South East Asia. It has operated under six former flags and three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 255806096
- Call sign: CQIX6
- Gross tonnage: 17068
- Deadweight: 21800 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 25 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/06/2022, Brisbane (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/06/2026
- Registered owner: RICCARDA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 34°26.5′N · 128°59.2′E · Speed 1.2 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 23:54 UTC
- Destination: Busan (PUS) (KR PUS) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 03:12 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MSC RICCARDA II?
MSC RICCARDA II is a container ship. It was built in 2012 and is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC RICCARDA II?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 25 metres. These dimensions support its role as a container carrier.
Which classification society maintains MSC RICCARDA II?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC RICCARDA II?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 21,800 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,068.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 June 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 16 June 2022.
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