TQ MERSIN (IMO 1052270)
TQ MERSIN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,060 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,994. At this capacity, it is configured for general cargo operations. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the Mediterranean Sea/West Africa corridor. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 341510001
- Call sign: V4UW5
- Gross tonnage: 7994
- Deadweight: 12060 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 02/02/2026, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/09/2026
- Registered owner: TQ SHIPPING LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TQ SHIP MANAGEMENT DENIZCILIK (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 42°9.5′N · 041°37.1′E · Speed 1.6 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 23:37 UTC
- Destination: Poti (GE PTI)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of TQ MERSIN?
TQ MERSIN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TQ MERSIN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,060 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 7,994.
In which regions has TQ MERSIN been operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. These areas represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 171 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2024 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 2 February 2026.
What is the flag status of TQ MERSIN?
The vessel currently flies the St.Kitts and Nevis flag. It is currently categorized in the black band for both the Paris MoU and Tokyo MoU.
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