MERCHANT MARINER (IMO 9522647)
MERCHANT MARINER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Greece flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 179,570 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 94,250, and a length overall of 291.97 metres. This vessel is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. MERCHANT MARINER is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and the waters off East and West Africa. It has been registered under 3 former names and has operated under 4 different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Greece
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 241721000
- Call sign: SVDI8
- Gross tonnage: 94250
- Deadweight: 179570 t
- Length overall: 291.97 m
- Beam: 44.99 m
- Home port: PIRAEUS
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/08/2015, Dampier (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/06/2026
- Registered owner: WORLD MARINER SHIPPING CO LTD (Greece)
- Ship manager: TSAKOS SHIPPING & TRADING SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: TSAKOS CONBULK SERVICES TCB (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 12°33.2′N · 109°21.3′E · Speed 4.4 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 03:37 UTC
- Destination: VAN PHONG BAY
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERCHANT MARINER?
The vessel has a length overall of 291.97 metres and a beam of 44.99 metres. It is designed with a maximum draught of 18.2 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of MERCHANT MARINER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 179,570 metric tonnes. This capacity is supported by a gross tonnage of 94,250.
Which classification society manages MERCHANT MARINER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 June 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 27 August 2015.
Where has MERCHANT MARINER been operating?
The vessel has been recently observed in the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been active in the waters of East and West Africa.
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