MSC CAPELLA (IMO 9465289)
MSC CAPELLA is a Container Ship built in 2012 and flying the Panama 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 366.43 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant intercontinental cargo capacity. MSC CAPELLA 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, the Malacca Strait, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 373031000
- Call sign: 3EUI7
- Gross tonnage: 141635
- Deadweight: 155851 t
- Length overall: 366.43 m
- Beam: 48.2 m
- Home port: Panama
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner: CAPELLA SA (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 25°5.8′N · 036°15.3′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 17:55 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CAPELLA?
The vessel has a length overall of 366.43 metres and a beam of 48.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16.5 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC CAPELLA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 155,851 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 141,635.
Which classification society manages MSC CAPELLA?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC CAPELLA been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has also been observed in West Africa and West Europe.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC CAPELLA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
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