JGS BROTHER (IMO 9480942)
MERCURY OCEAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 53,452 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,004. This size and type suggest its utility in regional dry bulk transport operations. Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (IACS) is the classification society for the vessel, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 20 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 370149000
- Call sign: 3ERR5
- Gross tonnage: 30004
- Deadweight: 53452 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 75 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 01/05/2026, Yingkou (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 31/07/2026
- Registered owner: PROTON RISE LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: PLATINUM WAVE MANAGEMENT LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 8°28.2′N · 117°25.9′E · Speed 12.4 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 17:30 UTC
- Destination: RIO TUBA
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERCURY OCEAN?
MERCURY OCEAN is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERCURY OCEAN?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 53,452 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,004.
Which classification society manages MERCURY OCEAN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MERCURY OCEAN been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and East Asia. It has also been recorded in South Asia and South East Asia.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 20 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 43 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 31 July 2026. All-time records show 75 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 1 May 2026.
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