INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT (IMO 9534470)
INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,021 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,693. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region, as well as along the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 25 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 244810614
- Call sign: PCYD
- Gross tonnage: 6693
- Deadweight: 10021 t
- Length overall: 116 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 43 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 03/09/2024, Antwerp (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/06/2026
- Registered owner: FWN MERCHANT BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: FORESTWAVE NAVIGATION BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 22°52.9′S · 043°12.7′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 10:26 UTC
- Destination: Rio de Janeiro (BR RIO)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT?
INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2013 and is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 10,021 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,693.
Which classification society manages INDUSTRIAL MERCHANT?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this ship?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 June 2026. All-time records show 43 inspections since 2013 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 3 September 2024.
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic movements.
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