MERKUR BRIDGE (IMO 8912766)
MERKUR BRIDGE is a Container Ship built in 1993 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 33rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,575 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,597. This size profile is typical for smaller container vessels engaged in regional feeder trades. MERKUR BRIDGE is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 24 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 22 March 2013. The vessel has been registered under 5 former names and has operated under 1 previous flag state.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 1993
- Call sign: ELGK4
- Gross tonnage: 9597
- Deadweight: 12575 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 24 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 25/10/2010, Bandar Khomeini (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/03/2013
- Registered owner: MERKUR BRIDGE MBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: F A VINNEN & CO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERKUR BRIDGE?
MERKUR BRIDGE is a container ship built in 1993. It is currently in its 33rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERKUR BRIDGE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 12,575 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,597.
What is the current classification status of the vessel?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL). Its current classification status is listed as Suspended.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 24 inspections are on file since 2000, the most recent on 22 March 2013.
How many former names has MERKUR BRIDGE had?
The vessel has been registered under 5 former names throughout its history. It has also operated under 1 previous flag state.
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