CROWN SAPPHIRE (IMO 9159115)
CROWN SAPPHIRE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 10,334 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 10,519, and a length overall of 152 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. CROWN SAPPHIRE is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, North Europe, and South Africa over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 311000855
- Call sign: C6EC4
- Gross tonnage: 10519
- Deadweight: 10334 t
- Length overall: 152 m
- Beam: 23 m
- Home port: NASSAU -
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 93 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/02/2013, Mersin (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2026
- Registered owner: ZETLAND ADVISOR INC (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: OWH SHIPMANAGEMENT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 14°15.5′N · 053°15.1′W · Speed 16.8 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 13:06 UTC
- Destination: Cristóbal (PA CTB) · ETA 16 October 2026 at 15:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CROWN SAPPHIRE?
CROWN SAPPHIRE is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of CROWN SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 152 metres and a beam of 23 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 10,334 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 10,519.
Which classification society manages CROWN SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the engine power of CROWN SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine that provides 11,915 kW of power. This specification supports its operations as a refrigerated cargo carrier.
How many inspections has CROWN SAPPHIRE undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 12 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 5 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2026. All-time records show 93 inspections since 1998 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 18 February 2013.
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