CL SAPPHIRE (IMO 9274575)
CL SAPPHIRE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 55,408 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 30,645. At this capacity, it is configured for various dry bulk cargo operations. CL SAPPHIRE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 538002349
- Call sign: V7IB3
- Gross tonnage: 30645
- Deadweight: 55408 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 63 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 23/03/2026, Ravenna (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/09/2026
- Registered owner: CILAN SAPPHIRE SHIPPING (China)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SHANGHAI FANS SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 10°37.1′N · 061°42.0′W · Speed 6.4 kn · under way · received 28 September 2026 at 23:49 UTC
- Destination: PORT OF SPAIN · ETA 29 September 2026 at 03:59 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CL SAPPHIRE?
CL SAPPHIRE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CL SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 55,408 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 30,645.
Which classification society maintains CL SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has CL SAPPHIRE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the PSC inspection history for CL SAPPHIRE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 13 of them. The most recent inspection was on 25 September 2026. All-time records show 63 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 March 2026.
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