MERIDA (IMO 9517252)
MERIDA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,991 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,275. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general freight operations. MERIDA is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been known by two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 273610390
- Call sign: UBCZ2
- Gross tonnage: 5275
- Deadweight: 7991 t
- Beam: 19.7 m
- Home port: Nakhodka
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: EASTERN MERIDIAN PTE LTD (Russia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NADHODKA SHIPPING CO LTD (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 42°48.5′N · 132°52.7′E · Speed 0.4 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 12:20 UTC
- Destination: Nakhodka (RU NJK)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERIDA?
MERIDA is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERIDA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,991 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,275.
Which classification society manages MERIDA?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. 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 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
Where has MERIDA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It currently flies the Russian flag and is assigned to the grey band in both Paris and Tokyo MoUs.
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