MELCHIOR (IMO 9100102)
MELCHIOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 31st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,670 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 38,891. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile dry bulk transport operations. MELCHIOR is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Malacca and Singapore Straits. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been known by two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 53 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 11 March 2015.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 1995
- Call sign: V7HZ8
- Gross tonnage: 38891
- Deadweight: 73670 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 53 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/10/2013, Murmansk (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/03/2015
- Registered owner: MELCHIOR NAVIGATION INC (Greece)
- Ship manager: AM NOMIKOS TRANSWORLD MARITIME (Greece)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MELCHIOR?
MELCHIOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1995. It is currently in its 31st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MELCHIOR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 73,670 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 38,891.
Which classification society manages MELCHIOR?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MELCHIOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South Asia and the Mediterranean Sea. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca and Singapore Straits.
What is the port-state control history for MELCHIOR?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 53 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 11 March 2015.
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