MSC SOFIA PAZ (IMO 9695028)
MSC SOFIA PAZ is a Container Ship built in 2014 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 120,335 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,930, and a length overall of 300 metres. This size and capacity are typical for large-scale containerized cargo operations. MSC SOFIA PAZ is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 636016306
- Call sign: D5FL9
- Gross tonnage: 94930
- Deadweight: 111770 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 48 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 13/11/2025, Ningbo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: SYMI OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 6°35.3′N · 031°20.1′W · Speed 18.2 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 12:18 UTC
- Destination: TANGER-MEDITERRANEAN · ETA 22 October 2026 at 18:39 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC SOFIA PAZ?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 48 metres. These dimensions support its capacity as a large container ship.
What is the cargo capacity of MSC SOFIA PAZ?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 120,335 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 94,930.
Which classification society maintains MSC SOFIA PAZ?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC SOFIA PAZ been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 12 of them. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2014 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 November 2025.
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