MSC CARMELITA (IMO 9946879)
MSC CARMELITA is a Container Ship built in 2024 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its second year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 204,331 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 155,492, and a length overall of 365.978 metres. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale containerized cargo transport. MSC CARMELITA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa, South Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. 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 28 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636023269
- Call sign: 5LMW3
- Gross tonnage: 155492
- Deadweight: 204331 t
- Length overall: 365.978 m
- Beam: 51.01 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2026
- Registered owner: FORTUNE CITRUS SHIPPING LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 32°31.4′N · 136°11.7′E · Speed 18.4 kn · under way · received 18 October 2026 at 10:05 UTC
- Destination: Long Beach (US LGB) · ETA 1 November 2026 at 03:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CARMELITA?
The vessel has a length overall of 365.978 metres and a beam of 51.01 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 19 metres to accommodate its 204,331 DWT capacity.
Which shipyard built MSC CARMELITA?
The vessel was built by Guangzhou Shipyard International Company Limited. It was completed in 2024 and is currently in its second year of service.
What is the classification status of MSC CARMELITA?
MSC CARMELITA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with multiple notations including Gas ready and Shore power.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
What flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Liberia flag. It has previously operated under 1 different flag state during its service history.
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