SAPPHIRE IV (IMO 8775390)
SAPPHIRE IV is a Fishing Vessel built in 1987 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 155 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized fishing operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not an IACS member. No recent geographic observation data is available for this vessel in the current dataset. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under one former name. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Fishing Vessel
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 1987
- MMSI: 232017000
- Call sign: MHKA3
- Gross tonnage: 155
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: WILLS B (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 54°15.6′N · 005°36.2′W · engaged in fishing · received 15 October 2026 at 08:43 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is SAPPHIRE IV?
SAPPHIRE IV is a Fishing Vessel. It was built in 1987 and is currently in its 39th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of SAPPHIRE IV?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 155. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
How many former flags has the vessel flown?
The vessel has operated under four different flag states throughout its history. It is currently flying the United Kingdom flag.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAPPHIRE IV?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
Which MoU bands is the vessel assigned to?
The vessel is assigned to the white band for both the Paris MoU and the Tokyo MoU. It is currently listed as not targeted by the USCG.
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