MERU (IMO 9187227)
MERU is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2000 and flying the Equatorial Guinea flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 159,999 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 81,093. At this capacity, it is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. MERU is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has a history of operating under 12 different flags and has been known by 8 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2024.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Equatorial Guinea
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 631010101
- Call sign: 3CAN5
- Gross tonnage: 81093
- Deadweight: 159999 t
- Beam: 48 m
- Home port: Annobon
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 31/08/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager: VAELAGI PINNACLE LTD (Samoa)
- ISM manager: DREAM ISLAND SHIPPING LLC (Azerbaijan)
- Last AIS position: 41°13.6′N · 029°8.4′E · Speed 3.8 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 12:54 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST) · ETA 8 October 2026 at 16:08 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERU?
MERU is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2000. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MERU?
The vessel has a beam of 48 metres and a maximum draught of 16 metres. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 159,999 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages MERU?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine specification for MERU?
The vessel is powered by a single 6S70MC main engine. This engine was constructed in 1999 in Korea.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 August 2024. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2000 and no detentions.
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