NEW MELODY (IMO 9799185)
NEW MELODY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its seventh year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 307,431, a gross tonnage of 162,890, and a length overall of 333 metres. This large-scale tanker is configured for significant crude oil transport operations. NEW MELODY is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, South Africa, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2025.
- Type: Crude Oil Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 477269500
- Call sign: VRSK9
- Gross tonnage: 162890
- Deadweight: 307431 t
- Length overall: 333 m
- Beam: 60 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/07/2025
- Registered owner: NEW MELODY SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ASSOCIATED MARITIME CO HK LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 33°40.1′N · 118°7.4′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 05:07 UTC
- Destination: Long Beach (US LGB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NEW MELODY?
NEW MELODY is a Crude Oil Tanker built in 2019. It is currently in its seventh year of service.
What are the dimensions of NEW MELODY?
The vessel has a length overall of 333 metres and a beam of 60 metres. It possesses a significant deadweight tonnage of 307,431 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains NEW MELODY?
The vessel is classed by the China Classification Society. This society is a recognized 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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 July 2025. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
Where has NEW MELODY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several geographic regions including South Asia and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the East Africa and South Asia area.
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