NORDIC MERCHANTS (IMO 9689574)
NORDIC MERCHANTS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,500 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 24,212. This size profile is typical for smaller bulk carriers engaged in regional or coastal trade. NORDIC MERCHANTS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Europe, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under five different flags and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 538090732
- Call sign: V7B2895
- Gross tonnage: 24212
- Deadweight: 37500 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 65 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/09/2026
- Registered owner: KOBE CONDOR 246 SCHIFFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NORDIC HAMBURG SHIPMGMT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 40°18.8′S · 077°10.8′W · Speed 11.9 kn · at anchor · received 9 October 2026 at 23:40 UTC
- Destination: Guayaquil (EC GYE) · ETA 19 October 2026 at 04:56 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NORDIC MERCHANTS?
NORDIC MERCHANTS is a Bulk Carrier built in 2014. It is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NORDIC MERCHANTS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 37,500 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 24,212.
Which classification society manages NORDIC MERCHANTS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has NORDIC MERCHANTS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and West Europe. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 20 of them. The most recent inspection was on 27 September 2026. All-time records show 65 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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