SAPPHIRE TOWER (IMO 9618290)
SAPPHIRE TOWER is a Container Ship built in 2013 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 128,140 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 96,375. This capacity is characteristic of large-scale containerized cargo operations. SAPPHIRE TOWER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 636025439
- Call sign: 5LXL6
- Gross tonnage: 96375
- Deadweight: 127952 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 38 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 13/02/2025, Sydney (Indian Ocean MoU / Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/08/2026
- Registered owner: TEPSTON SHIPPING INC (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ZODIAC MARITIME LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 34°52.7′N · 129°20.9′E · Speed 16.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 05:03 UTC
- Destination: Lázaro Cárdenas (MX LZC) · ETA 27 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAPPHIRE TOWER?
SAPPHIRE TOWER is a container ship built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAPPHIRE TOWER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 128,140 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 96,375.
Which classification society manages SAPPHIRE TOWER?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has SAPPHIRE TOWER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in South Africa, West Africa, and West Europe.
What is the port-state control record for SAPPHIRE TOWER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 51 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026. All-time records show 38 inspections since 2013 and 3 detentions. The most recent detention was on 13 February 2025.
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