ASTRA MERIDIAN (IMO 8721399)
ASTRA MERIDIAN is a General Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,340 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,996. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations. The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. The vessel has a history of two former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2024.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1986
- MMSI: 273322000
- Call sign: UALI
- Gross tonnage: 2996
- Deadweight: 3340 t
- Beam: 13 m
- Home port: Taganrog
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 08/03/2002, Caen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/07/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: ASTRA MERIDIAN SHIPPING (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 43°59.2′N · 049°22.7′E · Speed 8.3 kn · received 23 September 2026 at 18:57 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASTRA MERIDIAN?
ASTRA MERIDIAN is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ASTRA MERIDIAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,340 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,996.
Which classification society manages ASTRA MERIDIAN?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has ASTRA MERIDIAN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent records.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 July 2024. All-time records show 37 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 March 2002.
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