MERKUR FJORD (IMO 9620607)
MERKUR FJORD is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 59,133, a gross tonnage of 42,564, and a length overall of 227.87 metres. This size and capacity are characteristic of medium-sized container vessels used in regional and international liner services. MERKUR FJORD is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 229452000
- Call sign: 9HA3340
- Gross tonnage: 42564
- Deadweight: 59133 t
- Length overall: 227.87 m
- Beam: 37.3 m
- Home port: Valletta
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 28/05/2026
- Registered owner: MERKUR FJORD MBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: F A VINNEN & CO GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 12°25.9′N · 017°31.5′W · Speed 14.6 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 02:58 UTC
- Destination: Dakar (SN DKR) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 15:23 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of MERKUR FJORD?
The vessel has a length overall of 227.87 metres and a beam of 37.3 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.5 metres.
What is the capacity of MERKUR FJORD?
The container ship has a deadweight tonnage of 59,133 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 42,564.
Which classification society manages MERKUR FJORD?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 11 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 May 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has MERKUR FJORD been recently spotted?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and throughout South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the East Asia region.
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