MERLE (IMO 8918306)
MERLE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1991 and flying the Cook Islands flag, placing it in its 35th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,412 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,548. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations within smaller scale maritime trades. Information regarding the classification society and IACS membership is not currently available in the provided records. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states throughout its service history. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 38 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 22 February 2012.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Cook islands
- Year built: 1991
- Call sign: E5U2648
- Gross tonnage: 1548
- Deadweight: 2412 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/02/2012, Brake (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/02/2012
- Registered owner: GRAND ISLAND SHIPPING LTD CO
- Registered owner: HUBERTGAT SHIPPING CO LTD
- Ship manager: FURKAN SHIPPING INVESTMENT LTD
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MERLE?
MERLE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1991 and is currently in its 35th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERLE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,412 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,548.
How many inspections has MERLE undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 38 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 22 February 2012.
Has MERLE been detained at port?
Yes, the vessel has recorded 2 detentions. These occurred within the last 36 months of recorded inspection data.
What is the flag history of MERLE?
The vessel currently flies the Cook Islands flag. Its history shows it has operated under two different flag states previously.
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