APL MERLION (IMO 9632014)
APL MERLION is a Container Ship built in 2014 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 176,887 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 168,423, and a length overall of 397.88 metres. Given its significant capacity and dimensions, it is a large-scale unit designed for major international container liner services. APL MERLION is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and across East and South Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 March 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 563231000
- Call sign: S6NV
- Gross tonnage: 168423
- Deadweight: 176887 t
- Length overall: 397.88 m
- Beam: 51 m
- Home port: SINGAPORE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/03/2026
- Registered owner: CMA CGM ASIA PACIFIC LINER
- Ship manager: CMA CGM ASIA SHIPPING PTE LTD
- ISM manager · DOC holder: CMA CGM INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
- Last AIS position: 35°53.7′N · 005°29.5′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 15:03 UTC
- Destination: Southampton (GB SOU) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of APL MERLION?
The vessel has a length overall of 397.88 metres and a beam of 51 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 16 metres.
Which classification society manages APL MERLION?
APL MERLION is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel holds several notations including Shore power and NAUTICUS(Newbuilding).
What is the capacity of this container ship?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 176,887 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 168,423.
How has the vessel performed in PSC inspections?
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 19 March 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has APL MERLION been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the Singapore Strait, and the South China Sea. These areas are part of its recent East and South Asian trading routes.
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