BBC SAPPHIRE (IMO 9504798)
BBC SAPPHIRE is a General Cargo Ship built in 2012 and flying the Antigua and Barbuda flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 14,356 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,838, and a length overall of 153.45 metres. This size and configuration support its role as a multi-purpose dry cargo vessel. BBC SAPPHIRE is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Antigua and Barbuda
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 305859000
- Call sign: V2FZ4
- Gross tonnage: 12838
- Deadweight: 14356 t
- Length overall: 153.45 m
- Beam: 23.2 m
- Home port: St. John's
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 48 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/07/2026
- Registered owner: SAPPHIRE BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS (Germany)
- Ship manager: BRIESE SCHIFFAHRTS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: BRIESE HEAVYLIFT GMBH & CO KG (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 25°11.2′N · 056°27.6′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 10 October 2026 at 02:43 UTC
- Destination: Sohar (OM SOH)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BBC SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 153.45 metres and a beam of 23.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 9.1 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of BBC SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 14,356 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,838.
Which classification society manages BBC SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current status is listed as Delivered with multi-purpose dry cargo notations.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 July 2026. All-time records show 48 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
Where has BBC SAPPHIRE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia and Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been active in East Africa and South Africa.
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