DONGBANG SAPPHIRE (IMO 9150640)
DONGBANG SAPPHIRE is a General Cargo Ship built in 1996 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,438 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,743. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and coastal trade operations. DONGBANG SAPPHIRE is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 44 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 1 April 2019.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 440103010
- Call sign: DSPC5
- Gross tonnage: 2398
- Deadweight: 4438 t
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/04/2019
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: DONGBANG TRANSPORT LOGISTICS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: HAESOL SHIPPING CO., LTD
- Technical manager: DONGBANG TRANSPORT LOGISTICS CO., LTD
- Last AIS position: 35°3.6′N · 129°9.1′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 09:52 UTC
- Destination: Ulsan (USN) (KR USN) · ETA 13 October 2026 at 23:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of DONGBANG SAPPHIRE?
DONGBANG SAPPHIRE is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this ship?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,438 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,743.
Which classification society manages DONGBANG SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 44 inspections are on file since 2002, the most recent on 1 April 2019.
Where has DONGBANG SAPPHIRE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It currently flies the flag of Korea (Republic of) and is registered in Jeju.
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