VN SAPPHIRE (IMO 8708555)
VN SAPPHIRE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1987 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,101 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 11,977. This vessel is configured for general cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. VN SAPPHIRE is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 20 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 18 March 2009. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state during its service history.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 1987
- Call sign: XVJE
- Gross tonnage: 11977
- Deadweight: 14101 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/09/2008, Singapore (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/03/2009
- Registered owner: VIMC SHIPPING CO (Vietnam)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VINALINES CONTAINER SHIPPING (Vietnam)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VN SAPPHIRE?
VN SAPPHIRE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1987 and is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VN SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,101 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 11,977.
Which classification society manages VN SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. This society is not listed as an IACS member.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 20 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 18 March 2009.
What is the flag status of VN SAPPHIRE in different MoUs?
The vessel flies the Vietnam flag. It is currently categorized in the black band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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