MERNA 1 (IMO 8716954)
MERNA 1 is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1989 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,980 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 7,067. This vessel is configured for roll-on/roll-off cargo operations. MERNA 1 is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 10 different flags and has been registered under 5 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Comoros
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 620800415
- Call sign: D6A4415
- Gross tonnage: 7067
- Deadweight: 3980 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 12/03/2026, Civitavecchia (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 13/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MERNA SHIPPING SL (Spain)
- ISM manager: MERNA NAVIGATION & INTL TRANS (Tunisia)
- Last AIS position: 41°44.4′N · 010°14.0′E · Speed 10.0 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 13:55 UTC
- Destination: LYMRA · ETA 13 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MERNA 1?
MERNA 1 is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship. It was built in 1989 and is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of MERNA 1?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 7,067 and a deadweight tonnage of 3,980 metric tonnes. Specific length, beam, and draught measurements are not available in the current data.
Which flag does MERNA 1 fly?
The vessel currently flies the Comoros flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 10 different flag states.
What is the classification of MERNA 1?
MERNA 1 is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has MERNA 1 undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 57 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 September 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2004 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 March 2026.
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