MERIT (IMO 7516644)
MERIT is a General Cargo Ship built in 1977 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 49th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 44,926 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,987. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. MERIT is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 50 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 December 2011. It has previously operated under 1 different flag state and has been registered under 2 former names.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1977
- Call sign: C6IN3
- Gross tonnage: 30987
- Deadweight: 44926 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/05/2003, Valparaiso (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/12/2011
- Registered owner: MERIT SHIPPING LTD (Majuro MH Marshall Islands)
- Ship manager: SMT SHIPPING CYPRUS LTD (Cyprus)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERIT?
MERIT is a General Cargo Ship built in 1977. It is currently in its 49th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERIT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 44,926 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,987.
What is the current classification status of MERIT?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV). Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has MERIT undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 50 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 25 December 2011.
What flag does MERIT fly?
The vessel currently flies the Bahamas flag. It has operated under 1 different flag state previously in its history.
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