MERLE (IMO 9106936)
MERLE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1994 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,706 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,456. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. MERLE is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 273338780
- Call sign: UBOK4
- Gross tonnage: 2456
- Deadweight: 3706 t
- Length overall: 88 m
- Beam: 12.8 m
- Home port: Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 13/06/2013, Bremen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/04/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MT-GROUP LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 41°37.6′N · 141°15.5′E · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 21:03 UTC
- Destination: Arkhangelsk (RU ARH) · ETA 15 November 2026 at 07:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERLE?
The vessel has a beam of 12.8 metres and a maximum draught of 5.5 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine specification for MERLE?
The vessel is powered by a single SBV 8M 628 engine. This engine was constructed in Germany in 1984.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 20 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 April 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 13 June 2013.
What is the flag and MoU status of MERLE?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag. It is currently listed in the grey band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU.
Where has MERLE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, North Europe, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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