FAR EASTERN MERCURY (IMO 9442770)
FAR EASTERN MERCURY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,509 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 43,158. This capacity is consistent with standard bulk carrier operations for regional and international dry bulk trades. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Africa, West Africa, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 477826500
- Call sign: VRGZ7
- Gross tonnage: 43158
- Deadweight: 82509 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 04/11/2020, Newcastle (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/03/2026
- Registered owner: HAI SHENG NO 24 TIANJIN BOBFL (China)
- Ship manager: YU YUAN INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING (China)
- ISM manager: TOSCO KEYMAX INTL SHIP MGMT (China)
- Last AIS position: 50°17.0′N · 000°13.6′W · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 13:21 UTC
- Destination: SKAW · ETA 15 October 2026 at 05:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FAR EASTERN MERCURY?
FAR EASTERN MERCURY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the deadweight and gross tonnage of the vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 82,509 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,158.
Which classification society manages FAR EASTERN MERCURY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 March 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2008 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 4 November 2020.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including South Africa, West Africa, and North Europe. It has also been recorded in the South America East Coast.
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