SAGA EXPLORER (IMO 9343493)
SAGA EXPLORER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2006 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,589, a gross tonnage of 29,758, and a length overall of 199.2 metres. This size and configuration are typical for general cargo operations across diverse global routes. SAGA EXPLORER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 311001607
- Call sign: C6HZ2
- Gross tonnage: 29758
- Deadweight: 46589 t
- Length overall: 199.2 m
- Beam: 30.5 m
- Home port: NASSAU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 60 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 22/01/2024, Baltimore, Maryland (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/06/2026
- Registered owner: SAGA SHIPHOLDING NORWAY AS (Norway)
- Ship manager: SAGA WELCO AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: ANGLO-EASTERN SHIP MANAGEMENT (China)
- Last AIS position: 15°14.4′S · 067°49.2′E · Speed 9.9 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 21:21 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 26 October 2026 at 15:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SAGA EXPLORER?
The vessel has a length overall of 199.2 metres and a beam of 30.5 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 11.8 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of SAGA EXPLORER?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 46,589 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,758.
Which classification society maintains SAGA EXPLORER?
SAGA EXPLORER is classed by DNV-GL (ex DNV), which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 June 2026. All-time records show 60 inspections since 2007 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 January 2024.
Where has SAGA EXPLORER been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and the South America East Coast. It has also been noted in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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