MSC AMERICA (IMO 9963580)
MSC AMERICA is a Container Ship built in 2025 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 1st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 193,135 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 150,587, and a length overall of 367.5 metres. This large-scale container vessel is designed for high-capacity international liner services. MSC AMERICA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South China Sea, and East Africa over recent months. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 December 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2025
- MMSI: 636025351
- Call sign: 5LXA3
- Gross tonnage: 150587
- Deadweight: 193135 t
- Length overall: 367.5 m
- Beam: 51 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/12/2025
- Registered owner: BEDFORD OAK SHIPPING INC (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- DOC holder: MSC Shipmanagement Limited
- Last AIS position: 37°55.7′N · 008°50.5′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 18:17 UTC
- Destination: Sines (PT SIE)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC AMERICA?
The vessel has a length overall of 367.5 metres and a beam of 51 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.24 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC AMERICA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 193,135 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 150,587.
Which classification society maintains MSC AMERICA?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has MSC AMERICA been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and East Africa. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 24 December 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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