VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9238789

MSC MANU IV – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

MSC MANU IV is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9238789. The recorded year of build is 2003.

Vessel details

Vessel nameMSC MANU IV
IMO9238789
MMSI636016940
Call signA8CF3
Flag🇱🇷Liberia (LR)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo – Hazard B
Length260.1 m
Beam32.3 m
Gross tonnage39941
Deadweight50900 t
TEU4253
Year built2003

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About MSC MANU IV

MSC MANU IV is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its recorded year of build is 2003. The vessel carries IMO number 9238789, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for MSC MANU IV include a length of 260.1 m, a beam of 32.3 m, gross tonnage of 39941, deadweight of 50900 t, container capacity of 4253 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo – Hazard B. These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.

Operational identifiers currently recorded for MSC MANU IV include MMSI 636016940 and call sign A8CF3. 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 MANU IV 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

Beneficial Owner Daido Kaiun Daido Kaiun Kaisha (Daido Kaiun Co Ltd) Japan Company classification: Owner Company website Data updated: 2022-11-15
Operator Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Switzerland Data updated: 2022-08-24
Technical Manager MSC Shipmanagement MSC Shipmanagement Ltd Cyprus Company classification: Commercial Manager Company website Data updated: 2021-12-08
Commercial Manager Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Switzerland Data updated: 2022-08-24

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation8K90MC-C
Engine builderDoosan Engine
Engine designerB&W
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output36543 kW
MCO RPM104

Classification & surveys

Classification societyDNV (DNV)
Special survey date2028-07-10
Dry dock date2028-07-10
IOPP certificate issued2026-02-02
IOPP certificate expires2028-07-10
Design draft11 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections21
Recorded detentions0
Latest inspection2026-06-23

The table shows the five most recent inspection records available in the imported snapshot.

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2026-06-23ChinaDalianInitial2No
2025-09-02AustraliaSydneyInitialNo
2025-08-12Hong KongHong KongFollow-up2No
2025-08-06Hong KongHong KongInitial2No
2025-06-27AustraliaMelbourneFollow-up1No

Casualties & incidents

Recorded incidents2
Latest incident2023-05-23
Latest typeFire

The three most recent recorded casualty or incident events are shown below.

2023-05-23Fire

Reports of presence of smoke in the steering gear compartment at wharf, Roberts Bank, BC, Canada. Fire alarm activated. Investigation is on.

2015-02-04Other

Broke moorings at Timaru in bad weather 04 Feb 2015. Tugs secured vessel. Sd same day.

Sales & demolitions

Recorded transactions1
Latest report2003-01-20
Latest typeReported Sold

The three most recent recorded sale, purchase or demolition events are shown below.

2003-01-20Reported Sold

Reported price: USD 45.000 million

Note: incl 8 yrs tc to CGM at usd 20,250 pd

Technical Specifications

Design Draft11 m
Depth19.3 m
Length Overall (LOA)260.1 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)244.8 m
Design Deadweight53327 t
TEU Capacity4253
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MSC MANU IV now?

The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for MSC MANU IV. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.

What is the IMO number of MSC MANU IV?

The IMO number recorded for MSC MANU IV is 9238789. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of MSC MANU IV?

The currently recorded MMSI for MSC MANU IV is 636016940. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is MSC MANU IV?

MSC MANU IV is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was MSC MANU IV built?

The recorded year built for MSC MANU IV is 2003.

How long is MSC MANU IV?

The recorded length of MSC MANU IV is 260.1 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.

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