VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9983683

MSC TAKORADI VIII – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

MSC TAKORADI VIII is a Container Ship sailing under the flag of Portugal (PT). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9983683. The recorded year of build is 2024.

Vessel details

Vessel nameMSC TAKORADI VIII
IMO9983683
MMSI255915818
Call signCQ2276
Flag🇵🇹Portugal (PT)
Vessel typeContainer Ship
CategoryCargo – Hazard D (Recognizable)
Length272.21 m
Beam43 m
Year built2024

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About MSC TAKORADI VIII

MSC TAKORADI VIII is recorded as a Container Ship. The vessel currently sails under the flag of Portugal (PT). Its recorded year of build is 2024. The vessel carries IMO number 9983683, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for MSC TAKORADI VIII include a length of 272.21 m, a beam of 43 m. The specific vessel type is Container Ship, while the broader classification is Cargo – Hazard D (Recognizable). These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.

Operational identifiers currently recorded for MSC TAKORADI VIII include MMSI 255915818 and call sign CQ2276. 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 Cido Shipping (HK) Cido Shipping (HK) Co. Ltd Hong Kong Company classification: Owner Company website
Operator Mediterranean Shipping (MSC) Switzerland Data updated: 2024-10-05
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: 2024-10-05

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation6G80ME-C10-HPSCR
Engine builderHD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Engine designerMAN B&W
Propulsion typeMotor ship (MO)
Maximum continuous output25280 kW
MCO RPM70

Classification & surveys

Classification societyAmerican Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Special survey date2029-09-24
Dry dock date2027-09-24
Design draft14.5 m

Inspections & detentions

Recorded inspections6
Recorded detentions0
Latest inspection2026-01-08

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

DateAuthorityPortTypeDeficienciesDetained
2026-01-08FranceLe HavreInitialNo
2025-05-17PeruPaitaInitialNo
2025-04-19United StatesStaten IslandInitialNo
2025-02-20PeruPaitaInitialNo
2025-01-02GermanyBremerhavenDetailedNo

Technical Specifications

Net Tonnage41820 NT
Design Draft14.5 m
Depth24.8 m
Length Overall (LOA)272 m
Length Between Perpendiculars (LBP)258 m
Design Deadweight85490 t
Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is MSC TAKORADI VIII now?

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

What is the IMO number of MSC TAKORADI VIII?

The IMO number recorded for MSC TAKORADI VIII is 9983683. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of MSC TAKORADI VIII?

The currently recorded MMSI for MSC TAKORADI VIII is 255915818. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is MSC TAKORADI VIII?

MSC TAKORADI VIII is recorded as a Container Ship.

When was MSC TAKORADI VIII built?

The recorded year built for MSC TAKORADI VIII is 2024.

How long is MSC TAKORADI VIII?

The recorded length of MSC TAKORADI VIII is 272.21 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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