MSC SHAHAR (IMO 9471238)
MSC SHAHAR is a Container Ship built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,050 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 40,993, and a length overall of 261.03 metres. This size profile is typical for medium-sized container vessels engaged in regional liner services. MSC SHAHAR is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the South East Asia region. It has operated under three former names and two previous 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 24 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636020782
- Call sign: 5LAR7
- Gross tonnage: 40993
- Deadweight: 53050 t
- Length overall: 261.03 m
- Beam: 32.25 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/12/2022, Brisbane (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 24/07/2026
- Registered owner: TEJAS SHIPPING LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 40°40.6′N · 172°9.0′E · Speed 13.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 03:37 UTC
- Destination: Manzanillo (CU MZO) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 23:50 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC SHAHAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 261.03 metres and a beam of 32.25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.04 metres.
Which shipyard built MSC SHAHAR?
The vessel was built by Jiangsu New Yangzi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd. in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC SHAHAR?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,050 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,993.
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 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 July 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2011 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 December 2022.
What is the classification of MSC SHAHAR?
MSC SHAHAR is classed by DNV, an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
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