MERIDIAN 9 (IMO 9354208)
MERIDIAN 9 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,078 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,762. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within mid-sized shipping segments. MERIDIAN 9 is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 311002264
- Call sign: C6LH7
- Gross tonnage: 9762
- Deadweight: 14078 t
- Length overall: 128 m
- Beam: 20 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 62 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 01/04/2025, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2026
- Registered owner: SEIYO HONOR CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DALIAN SEA CARRIER CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 31°41.7′N · 121°10.4′E · Speed 5.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 11:35 UTC
- Destination: Changshu Pt (CN CGS)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERIDIAN 9?
MERIDIAN 9 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERIDIAN 9?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,078 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 9,762.
Which classification society manages MERIDIAN 9?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MERIDIAN 9 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and throughout East Asia. It has also been observed in South East Asian waters.
What is the PSC inspection history for MERIDIAN 9?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026. All-time records show 62 inspections since 2006 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 April 2025.
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