CHOLA MELODY (IMO 9238296)
CHOLA MELODY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2002 and flying the India flag, placing it in its 24th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,894 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 39,239, and a length overall of 224.99 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or international dry bulk trades. CHOLA MELODY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under six different flag states and has been known by two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 31 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 4 July 2023.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: India
- Year built: 2002
- MMSI: 419001754
- Call sign: VTPY
- Gross tonnage: 39239
- Deadweight: 75894 t
- Length overall: 224.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: Chennai
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/07/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TREASURE HARVEST SHIPPING PVT
- ISM manager: EXECUTIVE BULK SHIP MGMT (India)
- Last AIS position: 20°16.6′N · 086°40.4′E · Speed 12.3 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 21:38 UTC
- Destination: Paradip Port (IN PPT)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of CHOLA MELODY?
The vessel has a length overall of 224.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.029 metres.
What is the engine specification for this vessel?
The main engine is a 7UEC50LS II type. It is rated at a power output of 9,145 kW.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 31 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 4 July 2023.
What is the vessel's capacity?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,894 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 39,239.
What is the flag and home port of CHOLA MELODY?
The vessel currently flies the flag of India. Its registered home port is Chennai.
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