GFS SAPPHIRE is a Container Ship built in 2007 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 20,349 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 15,995, and a length overall of 170.02 metres. This vessel is configured for containerized cargo transport operations. GFS SAPPHIRE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Africa and West Europe over recent periods. It has been registered under five former names and has operated under two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 April 2026.
The vessel has a length overall of 170.02 metres and a beam of 25 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.5 metres.
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 20,349 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 15,995.
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Reinstated.
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 April 2026. All-time records show 11 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
The vessel currently flies the Malta flag and is registered in Valletta. It has previously operated under two different flag states and five different names.
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