MSC JUSTICE VIII (IMO 9450351)
MSC JUSTICE VIII 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 128,287 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,419, and a length overall of 332.85 metres. This size and capacity profile is typical for large-scale containerized cargo operations. MSC JUSTICE VIII is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, and the West Coast of South America over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and five different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255806105
- Call sign: CQIY7
- Gross tonnage: 94419
- Deadweight: 128287 t
- Length overall: 332.85 m
- Beam: 43.2 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 55 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/07/2026
- Registered owner: ADRASTEIA OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- DOC holder: MSC Shipmanagement Limited
- Last AIS position: 29°51.6′S · 031°17.3′E · Speed 3.1 kn · under way · received 20 October 2026 at 01:06 UTC
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR) · ETA 8 November 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC JUSTICE VIII?
The vessel has a length overall of 332.85 metres and a beam of 43.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.048 metres.
Who is the classification society for MSC JUSTICE VIII?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 and RSCS.
What is the cargo capacity of this vessel?
MSC JUSTICE VIII has a deadweight tonnage of 128,287 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,419.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2026. All-time records show 55 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Where has MSC JUSTICE VIII been operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South Africa, and the West Coast of South America. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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