PRETTY MERAK (IMO 9636345)
PRETTY MERAK is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,438 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,895, and a length overall of 171 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional cargo transport. PRETTY MERAK is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 27 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636022531
- Call sign: 5LJG4
- Gross tonnage: 17895
- Deadweight: 28438 t
- Length overall: 171 m
- Beam: 27 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 56 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 08/11/2023, Tianjin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/02/2026
- Registered owner: ANEKA STAR SHIPPING CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: UNISON MARINE CORP
- Last AIS position: 14°36.8′N · 109°52.5′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 22:56 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated · ETA 15 October 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of PRETTY MERAK?
PRETTY MERAK is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PRETTY MERAK?
The vessel has a length overall of 171 metres and a beam of 27 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 28,438 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages PRETTY MERAK?
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 this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 17 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 25 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 February 2026. All-time records show 56 inspections since 2012 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 November 2023.
Where has PRETTY MERAK been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, and South China Sea.
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