MERLION (IMO 8904111)
MERLION is a Container Ship built in 1990 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 36th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,971, a gross tonnage of 49,874, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport. MERLION is classed by American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and two former flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 31 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 14 May 2013.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 1990
- Call sign: V7WO9
- Gross tonnage: 49874
- Deadweight: 55971 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 25/12/2008, Xiamen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 14/05/2013
- Registered owner: MOLLER SINGAPORE AP PTE LTD (Singapore)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PERFORMANCE SHIPPING MGMT INC (Greece)
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is MERLION?
MERLION is a container ship. It was built in 1990 and is currently in its 36th year of service.
What is the capacity of MERLION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,971 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 49,874.
Which classification society maintains MERLION?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has MERLION been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 31 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 14 May 2013.
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