MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9315379. The recorded year of build is 2006.
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About MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII
MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its recorded year of build is 2006. The vessel carries IMO number 9315379, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII include a length of 317.8 m, a beam of 43.2 m, gross tonnage of 89776, deadweight of 108836 t, container capacity of 7943 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo. These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.
Operational identifiers currently recorded for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII include MMSI 210623000 and call sign 5BVZ6. MMSI and call sign can change during a vessel’s service life, whereas a valid IMO number normally remains the primary persistent identifier.
Live tracking and data notes
The live ship tracker on this page provides a map-based AIS view for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII through the configured external tracking provider. AIS information can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable because reception and provider coverage vary by area and vessel. The map is intended for general vessel discovery and position context and must not be used for navigation or safety-critical decisions.
Additional profile sections appear only when suitable source records are available, including ownership and management, engine or classification information, surveys, inspections, casualties, and sale or demolition events. Missing fields are not filled with invented values, so some modules may be absent when the underlying data snapshot does not contain sufficient evidence. The profile is compiled from controlled source records maintained for Ship-Tracker.org and may change as newer verified data becomes available.
Ownership & Management
Engine & propulsion
Classification & surveys
Inspections & detentions
The table shows the five most recent inspection records available in the imported snapshot.
| Date | Authority | Port | Type | Deficiencies | Detained |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | China | Shenzhen | Initial | – | No |
| 2026-05-24 | United States | Sector Boston | Detailed | – | No |
| 2026-04-29 | Italy | Napoli | Initial | – | No |
| 2025-12-04 | China | Tianjin | Initial | 7 | No |
| 2025-07-04 | China | Ningbo | Initial | 9 | No |
Casualties & incidents
The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.
Vessel reported as disabled, NUC, and drifting on Nov 2nd. Update on Nov 14th, it has been towed by the MEXTUG DUERO to unknown destination.
Sales & demolitions
The three most recent recorded sale, purchase or demolition events are shown below.
Seller → buyer: Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPP) → Mediterranean Shipping Co SA (MSC)
Reported price: USD 64.500 million
Note: ARCHIMIDIS + AGAMEMNON sold enbloc by Capital Product Partners to MSC Meditteranean for $129 million. Both vessels fitted with scrubber, BWTS, and ice-strengthened.
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII?
The IMO number recorded for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is 9315379. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII?
The currently recorded MMSI for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is 210623000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII?
MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII built?
The recorded year built for MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is 2006.
How long is MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII?
The recorded length of MSC ARCHIMIDIS VIII is 317.8 m.
Data & accuracy
Vessel particulars are compiled from the Ship-Tracker.org Vessel Master and documented source records. Information may be incomplete, delayed or changed after the last recorded update. IMO is used as the persistent primary vessel identifier; MMSI and call sign may change during a vessel’s lifetime.
Fleet & Vessel Type
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