SAPFIR (IMO 8700010)
SAPFIR is a General 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 2,075 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,853. At this scale, the vessel is configured for general cargo operations. SAPFIR is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under three former names and three different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 December 2023.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 1988
- MMSI: 273355400
- Call sign: UBIG5
- Gross tonnage: 1853
- Deadweight: 2075 t
- Beam: 11.4 m
- Home port: Astrakhan
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 33 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/05/2009, Varna (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/12/2023
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MG-FLOT LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 42°28.7′N · 051°47.6′E · Speed 1.7 kn · received 27 June 2026 at 00:22 UTC
- Destination: Amirabad (IR BAM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAPFIR?
SAPFIR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1988. It is currently in its 38th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SAPFIR?
The vessel has a beam of 11.4 metres and a maximum draught of 4 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 2,075 metric tonnes.
What engine specifications does SAPFIR have?
The vessel is powered by two Volvo-Penta D30A-MT main engines. These engines were constructed in Japan in 2002.
How many inspections has SAPFIR undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 December 2023. All-time records show 33 inspections since 1998 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 12 May 2009.
What is the flag and class status of SAPFIR?
SAPFIR currently flies the Russia flag and is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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