VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9708693

MSC CLARA – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

MSC CLARA is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Panama (PA). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9708693. The recorded year of build is 2015.

Vessel details

Vessel nameMSC CLARA
IMO9708693
MMSI374766000
Call sign3FZW9
Flag🇵🇦Panama (PA)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo
Length395.5 m
Beam59.08 m
Gross tonnage192237
Deadweight199272 t
TEU18400
Year built2015

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About MSC CLARA

MSC CLARA is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Panama (PA). Its recorded year of build is 2015. The vessel carries IMO number 9708693, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for MSC CLARA include a length of 395.5 m, a beam of 59.08 m, gross tonnage of 192237, deadweight of 199272 t, container capacity of 18400 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 CLARA include MMSI 374766000 and call sign 3FZW9. 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 CLARA 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 Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Mediterranean Shipping Co SA (MSC) Switzerland Company classification: Owner Company website Data updated: 2023-02-28
Operator Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Switzerland Data updated: 2023-12-19
Technical Manager Mediterranean Shipping Co Srl Italy Company classification: Technical Management (DOC) Company website
Commercial Manager Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Switzerland Data updated: 2023-12-19

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation11S90ME-C10
Engine builderHD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Engine designerMAN B&W
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output62500 kW
MCO RPM82

Classification & surveys

Classification societyDNV (DNV)
Special survey date2029-02-11
Dry dock date2027-02-11
IOPP certificate issued2024-10-14
IOPP certificate expires2029-02-11
Design draft16 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections14
Recorded detentions0
Latest inspection2025-11-14

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

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2025-11-14TurkeyKocaeliDetailed3No
2025-09-01ChinaTianjinInitial4No
2025-05-19ChinaShenzhenInitial8No
2025-05-19ChinaShenzhenFollow-up9No
2025-03-04TurkiyeKocaeliInitial2No

Casualties & incidents

Recorded incidents1
Latest incident2023-12-19
Latest typeWar damage

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

2023-12-19War damage

The Houthis said on the Telegram channel that attacks had been launched against the Swan Atlantic and the 19,224-teu boxship MSC Clara (built 2015).

The statement said the vessels were targeted by two aircraft after “their crews refused to respond to the calls of the Yemeni naval forces.”

Technical Specifications

Net Tonnage111423 NT
Design Draft16 m
Depth30.3 m
Length Overall (LOA)395.4 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)379.4 m
Design Deadweight199273 t
TEU Capacity18400
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MSC CLARA now?

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

What is the IMO number of MSC CLARA?

The IMO number recorded for MSC CLARA is 9708693. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of MSC CLARA?

The currently recorded MMSI for MSC CLARA is 374766000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is MSC CLARA?

MSC CLARA is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was MSC CLARA built?

The recorded year built for MSC CLARA is 2015.

How long is MSC CLARA?

The recorded length of MSC CLARA is 395.5 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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