VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9262704

MSC AQUARIUS VII – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

MSC AQUARIUS VII is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9262704. The recorded year of build is 2003.

Vessel details

Vessel nameMSC AQUARIUS VII
IMO9262704
MMSI209716000
Call sign5BJC5
Flag🇨🇾Cyprus (CY)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo
Length299.9 m
Beam40 m
Gross tonnage75484
Deadweight81171 t
TEU6492
Year built2003

Live Ship Tracker

Map and vessel position provided by VesselFinder.

About MSC AQUARIUS VII

MSC AQUARIUS VII is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Cyprus (CY). Its recorded year of build is 2003. The vessel carries IMO number 9262704, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for MSC AQUARIUS VII include a length of 299.9 m, a beam of 40 m, gross tonnage of 75484, deadweight of 81171 t, container capacity of 6492 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 AQUARIUS VII include MMSI 209716000 and call sign 5BJC5. 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 AQUARIUS VII 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: 2026-05-05
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: 2026-05-05

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation12RTA96C
Engine builderDiesel United
Engine designerSulzer
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output61350 kW
MCO RPM98

Classification & surveys

Classification societyRINA (RI)
Special survey date2026-04-30
Dry dock date2027-02-01
IOPP certificate issued2024-04-30
IOPP certificate expires2026-05-19
Design draft14 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections11
Recorded detentions1
Latest inspection2026-05-04

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

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2026-05-04SingaporeSingaporeInitial4No
2026-05-04SingaporeSingaporeFollow-up1No
2025-12-30South AfricaCape TownInitialNo
2025-05-15United StatesStaten IslandInitialNo
2025-02-14United KingdomFelixstoweDetailed9No

Casualties & incidents

Recorded incidents1
Latest incident2022-04-14
Latest typeCollision

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

2022-04-14Collision

Container ship collided with tugboat GEORGE M due to high speed during a harbor-assist maneuver in the Houston Ship Channel. There were no injuries reported but the damages were valued at over $900k and 1000 gallons of gear oil was released from the tugboat’s port propulsion unit.

Sales & demolitions

Recorded transactions2
Latest report2025-05-24
Latest typeEnbloc

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

2025-05-24Enbloc

Seller → buyer: Cyprus Sea Lines → Mediterranean Shipping (MSC)

Reported price: USD 44.000 million

Note: MSC has acquired the MSC Aquarius and Athens Glory, two 6,492 teu ships built in 2003 by Japan’s IHI. Purchased from Cyprus Sea Lines at $44m apiece, both vessels are equipped with scrubbers.

2019-04-12Reported Sold

Seller → buyer: Cyprus Maritime Co.

Reported price: USD 15.000 million

Technical Specifications

Net Tonnage29555 NT
Design Draft14 m
Depth23.9 m
Length Overall (LOA)299.9 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)283.8 m
Design Deadweight81171 t
TEU Capacity6492
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

Cargo Ship Tracker

Explore public cargo ship profiles in the Ship-Tracker.org database.

Open Cargo Ship Tracker →

Container Ship Tracker

Explore public container ship profiles in the Ship-Tracker.org database.

Open Container Ship Tracker →

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MSC AQUARIUS VII now?

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

What is the IMO number of MSC AQUARIUS VII?

The IMO number recorded for MSC AQUARIUS VII is 9262704. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of MSC AQUARIUS VII?

The currently recorded MMSI for MSC AQUARIUS VII is 209716000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is MSC AQUARIUS VII?

MSC AQUARIUS VII is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was MSC AQUARIUS VII built?

The recorded year built for MSC AQUARIUS VII is 2003.

How long is MSC AQUARIUS VII?

The recorded length of MSC AQUARIUS VII is 299.9 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.

Explore related trackers

Fleet & Vessel Type

Continue with the verified fleet association or browse vessels of the same recorded type.