MELATI 5 (IMO 9172258)
MELATI 5 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 1999 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 31,963 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 22,116, and a length overall of 177 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. MELATI 5 is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 February 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 477117800
- Call sign: VRND4
- Gross tonnage: 22116
- Deadweight: 31963 t
- Length overall: 177 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 67 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 13/12/2023, Rotterdam (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/02/2026
- Registered owner: RODERICA SHIPPING CO PTE LTD
- Ship manager: RAFFLES SHIPPING INTL PTE LTD
- ISM manager: RAFFLES SHIPMANAGEMENT SERV
- Last AIS position: 28°23.3′S · 041°33.9′E · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 04:58 UTC
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR) · ETA 15 October 2026 at 14:14 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MELATI 5?
MELATI 5 is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of MELATI 5?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 31,963 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 22,116. Its length overall is 177 metres with a beam of 30 metres.
Which classification society maintains MELATI 5?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MELATI 5 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait, as well as East Africa and South Africa. It has also been recorded in South Asia and South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for MELATI 5?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 February 2026. All-time records show 67 inspections since 2001 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 December 2023.
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