MSC REEF (IMO 9754965)
MSC REEF is a Container Ship built in 2016 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 222,676 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 194,308, and a length overall of 398 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for significant capacity in global liner trades. MSC REEF is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Malacca Strait, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 636017577
- Call sign: D5LQ2
- Gross tonnage: 194308
- Deadweight: 222676 t
- Length overall: 398 m
- Beam: 59 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/07/2026
- Registered owner: XIANGFU INTERNATIONAL SHIP (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 1°11.3′N · 103°33.7′E · Speed 9.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 11:45 UTC
- Destination: PWGA SIN · ETA 15 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC REEF?
MSC REEF is a Container Ship built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC REEF?
The vessel has a length overall of 398 metres and a beam of 59 metres. These dimensions support its 222,676 DWT capacity.
Which classification society maintains MSC REEF?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC REEF?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 July 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2016 and no detentions.
Where has MSC REEF been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South Asia. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea.
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