MSC ANSHIKA VI – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
MSC ANSHIKA VI is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Portugal (PT). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9254848. The recorded year of build is 2003.
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About MSC ANSHIKA VI
MSC ANSHIKA VI is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Portugal (PT). Its recorded year of build is 2003. The vessel carries IMO number 9254848, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for MSC ANSHIKA VI include a length of 274.67 m, a beam of 40 m, gross tonnage of 64845, deadweight of 68048 t, container capacity of 5683 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 ANSHIKA VI include MMSI 255802360 and call sign CQOR. 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 ANSHIKA VI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | Belgium | Antwerp | Detailed | 17 | No |
| 2026-03-18 | United States | Mobile | Initial | – | No |
| 2026-02-02 | United States | Mobile | Initial | – | No |
| 2025-10-13 | United States | Mobile | Initial | – | No |
| 2025-07-05 | United Kingdom | Felixstowe | Detailed | 6 | No |
Casualties & incidents
The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.
With 27 people on board, collided with fully cellular containership Marus (IMO 9110559), which had 12 people on board, off the UK coast, Vessel commenced passage to Antwerp for repairs, having now entered the Belgian Search and Rescue Region.
In collision with bulk carrier Pacific Carrier abt 17.7 miles SW of Yokji-do, Tongyeong 14 Dec 2011. Vessels stuck together. Bow damage. Seperated. Ar & sd Busan 31 Dec in tow. Ar Zhoushan 05 Jan 2012 & entered shipayrd. Still there 21 Mar.
Had main engine trouble 30 Jan 2007, due to crane dropping the lubricating oil pump. On generator power in 43 15 N 151 21 W attempting repairs. Reported 123-129 containers lost due rough seas. Ar Long Beach 03 Feb. Sd 07 Feb.
Sales & demolitions
The three most recent recorded sale, purchase or demolition events are shown below.
Seller → buyer: Teh Shipping Lines Co Ltd → Mediterranean Shipping Co SA (MSC)
Reported price: USD 25.000 million
Note: TS MUMBAI + TS DUBAI sold enbloc by Teh Shipping Lines to MSC for $55m aggregate price.
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is MSC ANSHIKA VI now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for MSC ANSHIKA VI. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of MSC ANSHIKA VI?
The IMO number recorded for MSC ANSHIKA VI is 9254848. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of MSC ANSHIKA VI?
The currently recorded MMSI for MSC ANSHIKA VI is 255802360. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is MSC ANSHIKA VI?
MSC ANSHIKA VI is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was MSC ANSHIKA VI built?
The recorded year built for MSC ANSHIKA VI is 2003.
How long is MSC ANSHIKA VI?
The recorded length of MSC ANSHIKA VI is 274.67 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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