VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9196864

MSC MICHIGAN VII – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

MSC MICHIGAN VII is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9196864. The recorded year of build is 2000.

Vessel details

Vessel nameMSC MICHIGAN VII
IMO9196864
MMSI636021994
Call sign5LGR5
Flag🇱🇷Liberia (LR)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo
Length304.16 m
Beam40 m
Gross tonnage74583
Deadweight81574 t
TEU6252
Year built2000

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About MSC MICHIGAN VII

MSC MICHIGAN VII is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its recorded year of build is 2000. The vessel carries IMO number 9196864, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for MSC MICHIGAN VII include a length of 304.16 m, a beam of 40 m, gross tonnage of 74583, deadweight of 81574 t, container capacity of 6252 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 MICHIGAN VII include MMSI 636021994 and call sign 5LGR5. 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

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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: 2024-06-06
Technical Manager MSC Shipmanagement MSC Shipmanagement Ltd Cyprus Company classification: Commercial Manager Company website Data updated: 2021-12-08
Commercial Manager MSC Shipmanagement Cyprus Data updated: 2024-06-06

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation10K98MC-C
Engine builderHD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Engine designerB&W
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output57059 kW
MCO RPM104

Classification & surveys

Classification societyBureau Veritas (BV)
Special survey date2029-10-31
Dry dock date2027-11-18
IOPP certificate issued2024-10-16
IOPP certificate expires2029-10-31
Design draft14 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections18
Recorded detentions0
Latest inspection2026-07-19

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

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2026-07-19EgyptDamiettaDetailedNo
2026-04-14TanzaniaDar es SalaamInitialNo
2026-02-09JapanYokohamaInitial1No
2025-08-04NetherlandsRotterdamDetailed1No
2025-07-23United KingdomFelixstoweDetailed27No

Casualties & incidents

Recorded incidents2
Latest incident2024-06-06
Latest typeMechanical Fault

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

2024-06-06Mechanical Fault

Vsl reported that it was stuck at a nearly full throttle speed of between 14 and 17 knots. The US Coast Guard prevented traffic from crossing the Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge in Charleston, South Carolina as a preventive measure. vessel’s crew were later able to regain control of engines and it left the harbour without incident.

2024-06-05Engine Fault

Vessel lost control of engines in Charleston Harbor, US. ;temp closure of Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. Two recreational boaters had minor injuries. Property damage exceeded regulatory threshold of $500000.

Sales & demolitions

Recorded transactions1
Latest report2022-03-15
Latest typeEnbloc

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

2022-03-15Enbloc

Seller → buyer: Costamare Shipping Co SA

Reported price: USD 61.000 million

Note: SEALAND MICHIGAN + SEALAND ILLINOIS + YORK sold enbloc by Costamare Shipping to undisclosed interests for $183 million. Deal includes timecharter until Q1 2023

Technical Specifications

Net Tonnage41490 NT
Design Draft14 m
Depth24 m
Length Overall (LOA)304.16 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)292 m
Design Deadweight81574 t
TEU Capacity6252
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MSC MICHIGAN VII now?

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What is the IMO number of MSC MICHIGAN VII?

The IMO number recorded for MSC MICHIGAN VII is 9196864. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of MSC MICHIGAN VII?

The currently recorded MMSI for MSC MICHIGAN VII is 636021994. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is MSC MICHIGAN VII?

MSC MICHIGAN VII is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was MSC MICHIGAN VII built?

The recorded year built for MSC MICHIGAN VII is 2000.

How long is MSC MICHIGAN VII?

The recorded length of MSC MICHIGAN VII is 304.16 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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