MERCHANT (IMO 9250191)
MERCHANT is a LNG Tanker built in 2003 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 75,059, a gross tonnage of 93,498, and no length overall is recorded. This vessel is configured for the transport of liquefied natural gas. MERCHANT is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South East Asia region. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 25 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 23 January 2022.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 538008352
- Call sign: V7A2269
- Gross tonnage: 93498
- Deadweight: 75059 t
- Length overall: 281 m
- Beam: 42 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2003
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/01/2022
- Registered owner: MERCHANT SA (South Korea)
- Ship manager: SINOKOR MARITIME CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 2°20.3′N · 101°59.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 18:12 UTC
- Destination: Malacca (MY MKZ)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of MERCHANT?
MERCHANT is an LNG Tanker. It was built in 2003 and is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERCHANT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 75,059 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,498.
Which classification society manages MERCHANT?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 25 inspections are on file since 2003, the most recent on 23 January 2022.
Where has MERCHANT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South East Asia region. It currently operates under the Marshall Islands flag.
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