MSC ALBA F (IMO 9499010)
MSC ALBA F is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 13,676 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,954. This size profile is typical for feeder-class container vessels operating in regional trade routes. MSC ALBA F is classed by Bureau Veritas. The vessel has been observed in the East Africa and South Africa regions over recent periods. It has a history of operating under four different flag states and has been known by eight former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636021870
- Call sign: 5LGC3
- Gross tonnage: 9954
- Deadweight: 13676 t
- Length overall: 148 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 64 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/09/2015, Hong Kong Marine Department (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/10/2025
- Registered owner: SERENITY OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 11°41.8′S · 043°14.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 1 October 2026 at 07:31 UTC
- Destination: Moroni (KM YVA)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC ALBA F?
MSC ALBA F is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MSC ALBA F?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,676 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,954.
Which classification society manages MSC ALBA F?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Reassigned.
Where has MSC ALBA F been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the East Africa and South Africa regions. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025. All-time records show 64 inspections since 2009 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 September 2015.
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