MSC ATHENS (IMO 9618305)
MSC ATHENS is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 116,547 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 96,262, and a length overall of 299.95 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale container transport operations. MSC ATHENS 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 Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and the South America East Coast and South Africa. It has previously operated under one former name and three 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 1 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 636022873
- Call sign: 5LKV5
- Gross tonnage: 96262
- Deadweight: 116547 t
- Length overall: 299.95 m
- Beam: 48.2 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner: JODIE SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 35°52.5′N · 005°31.6′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 11 October 2026 at 00:04 UTC
- Destination: Tanger Med (MA PTM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ATHENS?
The vessel has a length overall of 299.95 metres and a beam of 48.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 15 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC ATHENS?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 116,547 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 96,262.
Which classification society manages MSC ATHENS?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC ATHENS been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in West Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been observed near the South America East Coast and South Africa.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 8 of them. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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