MERA (IMO 9148570)
MERA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1998 and flying the Tuvalu flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,014 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,896. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. MERA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Tuvalu
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 572838220
- Call sign: T2GR6
- Gross tonnage: 4895
- Deadweight: 7014 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 22/06/2024, Barcelona (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2026
- Registered owner: ALYA SHIPPING CORP LTD (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHEMTANKERS SHIPPING SA (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 44°57.7′N · 029°59.1′E · Speed 2.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 16:34 UTC
- Destination: Constanta (RO CND) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 03:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MERA?
MERA is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1998 and is currently in its 28th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MERA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,014 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,896.
Which classification society manages MERA?
MERA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is Reinstated.
Where has MERA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and West Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has MERA undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 39 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026. All-time records show 52 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 June 2024.
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