MSC HOUSTON V (IMO 9463281)
MSC HOUSTON V 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 58,321, a gross tonnage of 44,768, and a length overall of 267 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. MSC HOUSTON V is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe regions over recent periods. It has been registered under four former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 255803470
- Call sign: CQRC
- Gross tonnage: 44768
- Deadweight: 58321 t
- Length overall: 267 m
- Beam: 35 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/10/2022, Tin Can Island Port (TCIP) (Abuja MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/01/2026
- Registered owner: BALTIC SOUTH OCEANWAY LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 35°53.8′N · 006°15.6′W · Speed 17.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 12:57 UTC
- Destination: Barcelona (ES BCN) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 01:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC HOUSTON V?
MSC HOUSTON V is a container ship built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC HOUSTON V?
The vessel has a length overall of 267 metres and a beam of 35 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 58,321 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MSC HOUSTON V?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has MSC HOUSTON V been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 January 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 12 October 2022.
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