MSC CHAEWON (IMO 9966972)
MSC CHAEWON 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 29,553 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 21,979, and a length overall of 171.855 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport within global trade routes. MSC CHAEWON is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region over recent periods. It has a history involving one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2024
- MMSI: 636023945
- Call sign: 5LQE9
- Gross tonnage: 21979
- Deadweight: 29553 t
- Length overall: 171.855 m
- Beam: 28.4 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/02/2026
- Registered owner: NIXIE OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO SRL (Italy)
- Last AIS position: 16°39.8′N · 084°22.9′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 19 August 2026 at 02:52 UTC
- Destination: Colombo (LK CMB) · ETA 23 August 2026 at 01:35 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MSC CHAEWON?
The vessel has a length overall of 171.855 metres and a beam of 28.4 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.96 metres.
What is the capacity of MSC CHAEWON?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 29,553 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,979.
Which classification society manages MSC CHAEWON?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 February 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
Where has MSC CHAEWON been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It currently flies the Liberian flag and is in its second year of service.
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