MSC ELMA (IMO 9735218)
MSC ELMA 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 128,862 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 97,805, and a length overall of 299.95 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale container transport operations. MSC ELMA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe regions over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 255805866
- Call sign: CQZM
- Gross tonnage: 97805
- Deadweight: 128862 t
- Length overall: 299.95 m
- Beam: 48.2 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 09/07/2024, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/05/2026
- Registered owner: CL SATURN LTD (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 18°43.9′N · 072°28.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 14:47 UTC
- Destination: Jawaharlal Nehru Port/Nhava Sheva (JNPT) (IN NSA)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC ELMA?
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 16 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC ELMA?
MSC ELMA has a deadweight tonnage of 128,862 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 97,805.
Which classification society manages MSC ELMA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC ELMA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 May 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2016 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 9 July 2024.
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