BUXMELODY (IMO 9377145)
BUXMELODY is a Container Ship built in 2008 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,069 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 28,050. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. BUXMELODY is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636018715
- Call sign: A8SW4
- Gross tonnage: 28050
- Deadweight: 38069 t
- Length overall: 216 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 40 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 02/01/2025, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: MELODY TRANSPORT LTD (China)
- ISM manager: KONTOR 17 MPM GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 24°21.6′N · 118°8.8′E · Speed 5.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 08:54 UTC
- Destination: Xiamen Pt (CN XMG)
- Arrival alert: rynda.io messages you by email or in Telegram when BUXMELODY arrives in Xiamen Pt. Free for up to 3 vessels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BUXMELODY?
BUXMELODY is a container ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BUXMELODY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,069 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 28,050.
Which classification society manages BUXMELODY?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026. All-time records show 40 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 January 2025.
Where has BUXMELODY been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia and South East Asia regions. It currently flies the Liberian flag.
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