MERIDIAN (IMO 9140360)
MERIDIAN is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 1996 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 48,817 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 40,322. This vessel is configured for the specialized transport of wood chip cargoes. MERIDIAN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, South Asia, and East Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 56 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 17 April 2019.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1996
- Call sign: 3FQD6
- Gross tonnage: 40322
- Deadweight: 48817 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/04/2019
- Registered owner: OCEAN WOODLAND SHIPPING CO LTD (Panama)
- ISM manager: MOLSHIP (Japan)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MERIDIAN?
MERIDIAN is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERIDIAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 48,817 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 40,322.
Which classification society is associated with MERIDIAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has MERIDIAN been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. Other recent areas include South Asia and East Asia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 56 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 17 April 2019.
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