VAN MELODY (IMO 9454656)
VAN MELODY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 56,933 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 32,983. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo transport operations. VAN MELODY is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, East Asia, and East Africa over recent periods. It has operated under three former flags and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 636022107
- Call sign: 5LHF5
- Gross tonnage: 32983
- Deadweight: 56933 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2026
- Registered owner: ASIAN JOYANCE SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: VANHUI SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: SHANGHAI JIARUI ETERNAL SHP MG (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°57.5′N · 129°4.8′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 02:24 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VAN MELODY?
VAN MELODY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for VAN MELODY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 56,933 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,983.
Which classification society manages VAN MELODY?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VAN MELODY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. It has also been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and East Africa.
What is the port-state control record for VAN MELODY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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