MSC AURIGA (IMO 9857183)
MSC AURIGA 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. Given its significant deadweight and tonnage, it is a large-scale container vessel designed for major international liner services. MSC AURIGA 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 Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 255806338
- Call sign: CQEB7
- Gross tonnage: 149525
- Deadweight: 158097 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/07/2026
- Registered owner: LS-LBR 13 CO LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 2°43.8′S · 072°8.4′E · Speed 18.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 13:19 UTC
- Destination: Hambantota (LK HBA) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 09:07 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC AURIGA?
MSC AURIGA is a container ship built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MSC AURIGA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 158,097 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 149,525.
Which classification society manages MSC AURIGA?
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 AURIGA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC AURIGA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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