MERCATOR (IMO 7047356)
MERCATOR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1971 and flying the Norway flag, placing it in its 55th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,226 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 1,406, and a length overall of 76.16 metres. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific size class. MERCATOR is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region. It has previously operated under six different flag states and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 32 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 15 April 2019.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Norway
- Year built: 1971
- MMSI: 258993000
- Call sign: LGNV
- Gross tonnage: 1406
- Deadweight: 2226 t
- Length overall: 76.16 m
- Beam: 11.9 m
- Home port: HARSTAD
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 32 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/08/2000, Tórshavn (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 15/04/2019
- Registered owner · Ship manager: BARENTS AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 69°42.3′N · 018°56.6′E · Speed 8.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 12:30 UTC
- Destination: Alta (NO ALF) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERCATOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 76.16 metres and a beam of 11.9 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 5.263 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MERCATOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,226 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,406.
Which classification society maintains MERCATOR?
MERCATOR is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class notation is General cargo ship E(H) with a Reinstated status.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 32 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 15 April 2019.
Where has MERCATOR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North Europe region. It currently flies the Norway flag and is registered in Harstad.
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