MSC PALAK is a Container Ship built in 2016 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 128,561 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 97,805, and a length overall of 299.9 metres. This size and capacity profile is typical for large-scale containerized cargo transport. MSC PALAK is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South America East Coast, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 299.9 metres and a beam of 48.2 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 16 metres.
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 128,561 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 97,805.
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 23 June 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded near the East African coast.
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