MSC Irina Latest News
The world’s largest container ship, MSC Irina, is set to make its maiden call at the Vizhinjam port, Kerala.
Why in the News?
- This is the first time MSC Irina, the lead ship of the MSC Irina-class, a series of six identical ultra-large container vessels (ULCVs), is sailing into the coast of a south Asian port.
About MSC Irina
- It is a container ship built in 2023 and currently sailing under the flag of Liberia.
- It is the world’s largest container ship.
- It is operated by the Swiss-based container shipping giant, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC).
- It is 399.9 meters long and 61.3 meters wide.
- The Irina-class ships have a capacity of 24,346 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units). It exceeds the previous record-holder, OOCL Spain, by over 150 TEU.
- The vessel could carry more than 24,300 standard 20-foot shipping containers stacked up to 22 decks.
- Beyond its size, MSC Irina is a pioneer in green shipping. The vessel incorporates cutting-edge innovations.Â
- With air lubrication technology, energy-efficient propellers, and advanced hull design, the ship significantly reduces fuel consumption and lowers its carbon footprint.Â
- These features make it one of the most eco-friendly mega container ships ever built.Â
MSC Irina FAQs
Q1:Â Is MSC Irina the largest container ship in the world?
Ans:Â Yes, as of 2025, MSC Irina holds the title of the world's largest container ship by capacity.
Q2: Under which country’s flag is MSC Irina currently sailing?
Ans:Â Liberia
Q3:Â Which company operates the MSC Irina?
Ans:Â It is operated by the Swiss-based container shipping giant, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC).
Source:Â NIE
