PACIFIC MERCHANTS (IMO 9532604)
PACIFIC MERCHANTS is an Ore Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 400,101 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 201,989, and a length overall of 359.769 metres. This large-scale vessel is configured for heavy ore transport operations. PACIFIC MERCHANTS is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and the Singapore Strait over recent periods. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 477178700
- Call sign: VROY9
- Gross tonnage: 201989
- Deadweight: 400101 t
- Length overall: 359.769 m
- Beam: 64.996 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 13 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: PACIFIC MERCHANTS SHIPPING CO (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: HONG KONG MING WAH SHPG CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 4°25.8′S · 117°52.3′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 00:01 UTC
- Destination: Dongjiangkou (CN DJK) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of PACIFIC MERCHANTS?
PACIFIC MERCHANTS is an Ore Carrier. It possesses a significant deadweight tonnage of 400,101 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 201,989.
Who is the classification society for PACIFIC MERCHANTS?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What are the dimensions of PACIFIC MERCHANTS?
The vessel has a length overall of 359.769 metres and a beam of 64.996 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 23.024 metres.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 13 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has PACIFIC MERCHANTS been operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Africa, East Asia, and the Singapore Strait. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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