MSC AZRA (IMO 9932919)
MSC AZRA is a Container Ship built in 2023 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 163,443 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 152,188. Given its significant deadweight and tonnage, it is a large-scale container vessel designed for major international trade routes. MSC AZRA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the West Africa region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 June 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 255805260
- Call sign: CQSP
- Gross tonnage: 152188
- Deadweight: 163443 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/06/2026
- Registered owner: MEI LI SHIPPING INC (Cyprus)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 30°36.9′N · 122°4.1′E · Speed 0.5 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 19:04 UTC
- Destination: Yangshan (CN YSA)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MSC AZRA?
MSC AZRA is a container ship. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the capacity specifications of MSC AZRA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 163,443 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 152,188.
Which classification society manages MSC AZRA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MSC AZRA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Malacca Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been active along the West Africa coast.
What is the PSC inspection history for MSC AZRA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 June 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
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