SAPPHIRE (IMO 8509545)
SAPPHIRE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1988 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its 38th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,333 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,886. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport.
SAPPHIRE is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has a history involving three former names and five former flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 18 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 4 October 2012.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1988
- Call sign: UBQE6
- Gross tonnage: 8886
- Deadweight: 6333 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 27/05/2003, Kagoshima (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/10/2012
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MURMANSK TRAWL FLEET CO (Russia)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SAPPHIRE?
SAPPHIRE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1988 and is currently in its 38th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,333 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 8,886.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Russia flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under five different flag states.
How many inspections has SAPPHIRE undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 18 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 4 October 2012.
Where has SAPPHIRE been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area recorded in recent data.
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