MERIDIAN EXPRESS (IMO 9596272)
MERIDIAN EXPRESS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2013 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,589 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 29,289. This capacity is consistent with mid-sized tanker operations for liquid cargo transport. MERIDIAN EXPRESS is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South China Sea, as well as across South East Asia and East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 356537000
- Call sign: 3FQH2
- Gross tonnage: 29289
- Deadweight: 46589 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 41 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/06/2026
- Registered owner: ASTRAEA MARITIME SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: PTMC (Chile)
- ISM manager: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIPMANAGEMENT S
- Last AIS position: 0°52.4′S · 003°54.0′E · Speed 13.1 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 02:07 UTC
- Destination: Lome (TG LFW) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 13:32 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERIDIAN EXPRESS?
MERIDIAN EXPRESS is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2013 and is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for MERIDIAN EXPRESS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 46,589 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,289.
Which classification society manages MERIDIAN EXPRESS?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MERIDIAN EXPRESS been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia and East Asia.
What is the port-state-control record for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 June 2026. All-time records show 41 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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