FPMC C MELODY (IMO 9406178)
FPMC C MELODY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 297,229 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 156,975. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale crude oil transport operations. FPMC C MELODY is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, West Africa, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636014910
- Call sign: A8XJ6
- Gross tonnage: 156975
- Deadweight: 297229 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/06/2025, Ningbo (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/03/2026
- Registered owner: FPMC MELODY MARINE CORP
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FORMOSA PLASTICS MARINE CORP
- Last AIS position: 33°35.9′N · 125°52.5′W · Speed 7.9 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:57 UTC
- Destination: JIEYANG · ETA 2 November 2026 at 15:29 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of FPMC C MELODY?
FPMC C MELODY is a Crude Oil Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 297,229 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 156,975.
Which classification society maintains FPMC C MELODY?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the flag state of FPMC C MELODY?
The vessel currently flies the Liberia flag. It has operated under one different flag state previously in its service history.
Where has FPMC C MELODY been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in the Singapore Strait and West Africa. It has also been observed in East, South, and South East Asia.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 March 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2015 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 24 June 2025.
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