MSC ARIES (IMO 9857169)
MSC ARIES is a Container Ship built in 2020 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 158,097 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 149,525. This capacity indicates a large-scale container vessel designed for significant intercontinental cargo volumes. MSC ARIES is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, West Europe, and South Africa regions. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 December 2023.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 255806335
- Call sign: CQEB4
- Gross tonnage: 149525
- Deadweight: 158097 t
- Length overall: 366 m
- Beam: 51 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/12/2023
- Registered owner: GORTAL SHIPPING INC (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 50°31.1′N · 000°7.6′E · Speed 8.0 kn · constrained by draught · received 22 September 2026 at 19:07 UTC
- Destination: Las Palmas (AR LPS) · ETA 28 September 2026 at 07:34 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MSC ARIES?
MSC ARIES is a container ship. It was built in 2020 and is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MSC ARIES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 158,097 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 149,525.
Which classification society manages MSC ARIES?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC ARIES been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast, West Europe, and South Africa. These regions represent its most recent geographic operational areas.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC ARIES?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 December 2023. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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