CASTILLO DE MERIDA (IMO 9742807)
CASTILLO DE MERIDA is a LNG Tanker built in 2018 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its eighth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 93,241 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 126,004. This capacity is characteristic of specialized liquefied natural gas transport vessels. CASTILLO DE MERIDA is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 January 2026.
- Type: LNG Tanker
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 248516000
- Call sign: 9HA4686
- Gross tonnage: 126004
- Deadweight: 93241 t
- Length overall: 297 m
- Beam: 49 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/01/2026
- Registered owner: SAN ISIDRO LNG I BV (Spain)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EMPRESA NAVIERA ELCANO SA (Spain)
- Last AIS position: 24°12.6′S · 051°9.6′E · Speed 15.0 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 13:15 UTC
- Destination: Sabine Pass (US NSS) · ETA 12 November 2026 at 23:15 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CASTILLO DE MERIDA?
CASTILLO DE MERIDA is an LNG Tanker. It was built in 2018 and is currently in its eighth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CASTILLO DE MERIDA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 93,241 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 126,004.
Which classification society manages CASTILLO DE MERIDA?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. 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 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 January 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has CASTILLO DE MERIDA been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions, including the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea. It has also been recorded in the Gulf of Mexico and West Europe.
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