SPRING MELODY (IMO 9666053)
SPRING MELODY is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,233 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 36,467, and a length overall of 199.9 metres. This size and configuration is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk transport. SPRING MELODY is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Africa, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 477271800
- Call sign: VRNH8
- Gross tonnage: 36467
- Deadweight: 63233 t
- Length overall: 199.9 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: HONG KONG
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 37 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/03/2026
- Registered owner: SPRING MELODY SHIPPING INT'L (China)
- Ship manager: BAOLI MARINE SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: JIANGSU HUAXI SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 29°53.0′S · 031°0.1′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 13 October 2026 at 00:43 UTC
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SPRING MELODY?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.9 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.317 metres.
What is the capacity of SPRING MELODY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 63,233 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 36,467.
Which classification society handles SPRING MELODY?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 March 2026. All-time records show 37 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
Where has SPRING MELODY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and East Africa. It has also been recorded in South East Asia and East Asia.
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