MSC ATHOS (IMO 9618317)
MSC ATHOS is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 116,993 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 96,262, and a length overall of 299.95 metres. This size and capacity characterize it as a significant unit within the global container shipping trade. MSC ATHOS is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the North America West Coast, Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, and West Africa regions. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 256871000
- Call sign: 9HA4026
- Gross tonnage: 96262
- Deadweight: 116993 t
- Length overall: 299.95 m
- Beam: 48.2 m
- Home port: Valletta
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/06/2026
- Registered owner: KAYLEY SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COSTAMARE SHIPPING CO SA (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 39°26.1′N · 000°19.7′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 16:41 UTC
- Destination: Valencia (ES VLC)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ATHOS?
The vessel has a length overall of 299.95 metres and a beam of 48.2 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 15 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC ATHOS?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 116,993 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 96,262.
Which classification society manages MSC ATHOS?
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 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of MSC ATHOS?
The vessel currently flies the Malta flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under four different flag states.
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