HL MERCURY (IMO 9845142)
HL MERCURY is an Ore Carrier built in 2019 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 324,993, a gross tonnage of 172,497, and no length overall is provided. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale bulk ore transport. HL MERCURY is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the South America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 351907000
- Call sign: 3FXS
- Gross tonnage: 172497
- Deadweight: 324993 t
- Length overall: 340 m
- Beam: 62 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/03/2025
- Registered owner: SEA 138 LEASING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Ship manager: H-LINE SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: SYNERGY KOREA CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 23°0.9′S · 044°3.6′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 06:14 UTC
- Destination: BRGIT
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HL MERCURY?
HL MERCURY is an Ore Carrier built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for HL MERCURY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 324,993 and a gross tonnage of 172,497. These dimensions are typical for large-scale ore transport operations.
Which classification society manages HL MERCURY?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HL MERCURY been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the South America East Coast. These areas represent its recent geographic operational profile.
What is the PSC inspection history for HL MERCURY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 March 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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