MERLIN (IMO 9604847)
MERLIN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,468 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 24,020, and a length overall of 183 metres. This size and type suggest its utility in diverse cargo transport operations. MERLIN is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the South America East Coast, and West Africa. It has previously operated under four different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 538009709
- Call sign: V7A5071
- Gross tonnage: 24020
- Deadweight: 38468 t
- Length overall: 183 m
- Beam: 29 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 64 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/09/2026
- Registered owner: SANDY SHIPMANAGEMENT SA (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GREHEL SHIPMANAGEMENT CO (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 48°46.1′N · 006°6.3′W · Speed 9.6 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 12:22 UTC
- Destination: As Suways (Suez) (EG SUZ) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MERLIN?
MERLIN is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of MERLIN?
The vessel has a length overall of 183 metres and a beam of 29 metres. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 38,468 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains MERLIN?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for MERLIN?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 September 2026. All-time records show 64 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has MERLIN been recently operated?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the South America East Coast. It has also been recorded in West Africa.
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