MSC AMBRA (IMO 9839480)
MSC AMBRA is a Container Ship built in 2020 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 254,042 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 232,618, and a length overall of 399.9 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for high-capacity international liner trades. MSC AMBRA 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, West Africa, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 352269000
- Call sign: 3FKB
- Gross tonnage: 232618
- Deadweight: 254042 t
- Length overall: 399.9 m
- Beam: 61.5 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 07/04/2026
- Registered owner: SAKURA SHIPPING SA-PAN (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Nevis)
- DOC holder: Mediterranean Shipping Company S.r.l (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 5°35.0′N · 082°42.9′E · Speed 16.4 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 12:03 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 06:20 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC AMBRA?
The vessel has a length overall of 399.9 metres and a beam of 61.5 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 17.74 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC AMBRA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 254,042 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 232,618.
Which classification society maintains MSC AMBRA?
MSC AMBRA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC AMBRA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Malacca Strait. These regions represent recent geographic areas of operation.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 April 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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