MEKELE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013 and flying the Ethiopia flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,066 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 21,024. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport operations. MEKELE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026.
MEKELE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,066 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 21,024.
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 27 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2014 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 5 July 2022.
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