MERITO (IMO 9167942)
MERITO is a Container Ship built in 1998 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,332 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 11,925, and a length overall of 149.57 metres. This size and configuration is typical for regional container transport operations. MERITO is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and West Africa over recent periods. It has operated under five different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 January 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 249096000
- Call sign: 9HKO9
- Gross tonnage: 11925
- Deadweight: 14332 t
- Length overall: 149.57 m
- Beam: 23.1 m
- Home port: Valletta
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/01/2026
- Registered owner: MERITO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: TOM WORDEN GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 43°38.8′N · 008°38.8′E · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:56 UTC
- Destination: Fos-sur-Mer (FR FOS) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 08:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERITO?
The vessel has a length overall of 149.57 metres and a beam of 23.1 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8.6 metres.
What is the capacity of MERITO?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 14,332 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,925.
Which classification society maintains MERITO?
MERITO is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class notation is Container ship SOLAS-II-2,Reg.19 E(H) IW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 January 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
What is the history of the vessel's names and flags?
MERITO has been registered under three former names throughout its service life. It has also operated under five different flag states previously.
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