LONG MEI (IMO 9493585)
LONG MEI is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,000 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 92,050, and a length overall of 291.8 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of large-scale bulk transport operations. LONG MEI is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538011463
- Call sign: V7A2998
- Gross tonnage: 92050
- Deadweight: 176000 t
- Length overall: 291.8 m
- Beam: 44.988 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 3
- Last PSC detention: 11/12/2024, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/07/2026
- Registered owner: SEAWAY VENTURES INC (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager: KISAMOS SHIPPING DMCC (United Arab Emirates)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: RELIA SHIPMANAGEMENT - FZCO (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 27°1.5′N · 122°5.7′E · Speed 10.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 00:57 UTC
- Destination: Vanino (RU VNN) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 17:31 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of LONG MEI?
The vessel has a length overall of 291.8 metres and a beam of 44.988 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 18.25 metres.
What is the capacity of LONG MEI?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,000 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,050.
Which classification society maintains LONG MEI?
LONG MEI is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is Reinstated.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 3 detentions, with 71 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 July 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2012 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 11 December 2024.
Where has LONG MEI been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Asia, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Malacca Strait. These observations cover various global trading routes.
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