MSC PAOLA – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information
MSC PAOLA is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9161297. The recorded year of build is 1998.
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About MSC PAOLA
MSC PAOLA is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Liberia (LR). Its recorded year of build is 1998. The vessel carries IMO number 9161297, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.
Recorded particulars for MSC PAOLA include a length of 242.83 m, a beam of 32.2 m, gross tonnage of 37579, deadweight of 42960 t, container capacity of 3398 TEU. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo – Hazard A (Major). These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.
Operational identifiers currently recorded for MSC PAOLA include MMSI 636018318 and call sign D5PE6. 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 PAOLA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Philippines | Batangas/Luzon | Initial | 3 | No |
| 2025-08-19 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Initial | – | No |
| 2025-08-19 | Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Follow-up | 5 | No |
| 2025-06-20 | Australia | Sydney | Follow-up | 8 | No |
| 2025-06-19 | Australia | Sydney | Initial | 12 | Yes |
Technical Specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is MSC PAOLA now?
The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for MSC PAOLA. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.
What is the IMO number of MSC PAOLA?
The IMO number recorded for MSC PAOLA is 9161297. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.
What is the MMSI of MSC PAOLA?
The currently recorded MMSI for MSC PAOLA is 636018318. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.
What type of ship is MSC PAOLA?
MSC PAOLA is recorded as a Container Ship.
When was MSC PAOLA built?
The recorded year built for MSC PAOLA is 1998.
How long is MSC PAOLA?
The recorded length of MSC PAOLA is 242.83 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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