MSC ALTAIR (IMO 9465277)
MSC ALTAIR is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 155,851 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 141,635, and a length overall of 366.46 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant intercontinental cargo capacity. MSC ALTAIR is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, West Europe, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636015604
- Call sign: A8YN2
- Gross tonnage: 141635
- Deadweight: 155851 t
- Length overall: 366.46 m
- Beam: 48.19 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/08/2026
- Registered owner: CL JUPITER LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 19°58.9′N · 063°31.6′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 14 September 2026 at 00:18 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF) · ETA 15 September 2026 at 18:42 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ALTAIR?
The vessel has a length overall of 366.46 metres and a beam of 48.19 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.5 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC ALTAIR?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 155,851 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 141,635.
Which classification society manages MSC ALTAIR?
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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of MSC ALTAIR?
The vessel currently flies the Liberia flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 4 different flag states.
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