SAPPHIRE II (IMO 7708728)
SAPPHIRE II is a Bulk Carrier built in 1978 and flying the St.Kitts and Nevis flag, placing it in its 48th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 28,668 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 17,055. At this capacity, it operates as a smaller-scale bulk carrier within the global merchant fleet. SAPPHIRE II is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 2 January 2011.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 1978
- Call sign: V4EO2
- Gross tonnage: 17055
- Deadweight: 28668 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 21 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/01/2011, Bandar Khomeini (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 02/01/2011
- Registered owner: SEA CARGO GENERAL SHIPPING (Panama)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: GULF OF ADEN SHIPPING LLC (United Arab Emirates)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAPPHIRE II?
SAPPHIRE II is a Bulk Carrier built in 1978. It is currently in its 48th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SAPPHIRE II?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 28,668 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,055.
Which classification society manages SAPPHIRE II?
The vessel is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 2 January 2011.
What flag does the vessel currently fly?
SAPPHIRE II currently flies the flag of St.Kitts and Nevis. The vessel has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
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