MSC HORTENSE (IMO 9978951)
MSC HORTENSE is a Container Ship built in 2025 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its first year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 139,897 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 101,311, and a length overall of 335 metres. This vessel is a large-scale container unit designed for significant intercontinental cargo capacity. MSC HORTENSE 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 Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America West Coast over recent periods. It has a history involving one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2025
- MMSI: 636025507
- Call sign: 5LXU5
- Gross tonnage: 101311
- Deadweight: 139897 t
- Length overall: 335 m
- Beam: 46 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2026
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/08/2026
- Registered owner: TEFUNET OCEANWAY LTD (Switzerland)
- Ship manager: MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO (Switzerland)
- ISM manager: MSC SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 36°44.0′N · 020°13.5′W · Speed 17.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 07:32 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB) · ETA 22 October 2026 at 14:23 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MSC HORTENSE?
MSC HORTENSE is a Container Ship built in 2025. It is currently in its first year of service.
What are the dimensions of MSC HORTENSE?
The vessel has a length overall of 335 metres and a beam of 46 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 101,311.
Which classification society manages MSC HORTENSE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 August 2026. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2026 and no detentions.
Where has MSC HORTENSE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed near the North America West Coast.
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