SOHAR MAX (IMO 9565065)
SOHAR MAX is an Ore Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 400,315 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 201,757. Given its high deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. SOHAR MAX is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Africa, and the East Coast of South America. It has operated under three former names and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538004888
- Call sign: V7ZP8
- Gross tonnage: 201757
- Deadweight: 400315 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 18 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/06/2026
- Registered owner: VALE SOHAR MARITIME (Oman)
- Ship manager: ASYAD SHIPPING CO SAOG (Oman)
- ISM manager: OMAN SHIP MANAGEMENT COMPANY (Oman)
- Last AIS position: 34°15.4′S · 015°13.0′E · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 4 October 2026 at 14:23 UTC
- Destination: Sohar (OM SOH)
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Frequently asked questions
SOHAR MAX is an Ore Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
SOHAR MAX is an Ore Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOHAR MAX?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 400,315 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 201,757.
Which classification society maintains SOHAR MAX?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SOHAR MAX been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the East Coast of South America. It has also been recorded in the East Africa and South Africa regions.
What is the PSC inspection history for SOHAR MAX?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 22 June 2026. All-time records show 18 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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