MSC IRINA is one of the largest container ships currently in operation, built to serve high-volume international trade routes. As part of Mediterranean Shipping Company’s new generation of ultra-large vessels, it is designed to transport massive quantities of cargo across continents efficiently. The vessel represents advanced shipbuilding standards, enabling greater economies of scale and helping to strengthen global supply chain connectivity. With its immense size and optimized design, MSC IRINA stands out as a key asset in MSC’s fleet, supporting the company’s role as one of the world’s leading container carriers.
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MSC IRINA is a next-generation container ship introduced in 2023 as part of Mediterranean Shipping Company's fleet expansion. Classified as a Cargo Hazard A vessel, it is designed to handle the demands of global trade on high-volume shipping lanes. With its record-breaking size, MSC IRINA belongs to the class of ultra-large container ships that combine efficiency, capacity, and advanced maritime engineering.
The vessel measures nearly 400 meters in length with a beam of over 61 meters and a draught of approximately 16 meters, placing it among the largest container ships ever constructed. It has a gross tonnage exceeding 236,000 and a deadweight of roughly 236,000 tons, allowing it to transport massive cargo volumes across continents.
MSC IRINA was built to support MSC's strategy of deploying ultra-large container ships across the Asia-Europe corridor, one of the busiest and most critical trade lanes in the world. Its scale not only enhances operational efficiency but also contributes to reducing emissions per container, aligning with modern sustainability goals.
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Details
IMO Number
9929429
MMSI
636022601
Call Sign
5LPS3
Vessel Type
Container Ship
Flag
Liberia
Year Built
2023
Length Overall
399.99 m
Beam
61.33 m
Draught
16.3 m
Gross Tonnage
236,184
Deadweight`
~236,078
TEU Capacity
~24,346
TEU Capacity: ~22,116
TEU Capacity: ~22,116
TEU Capacity: ~22,116
TEU Capacity: ~22,116
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