MINERAL SAKURA (IMO 9701346)
MINERAL SAKURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Belgium flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 182,481 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 93,518. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. MINERAL SAKURA is classed by American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South China Sea, and throughout South East Asia. It has previously operated under two former names and two former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Belgium
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 205353000
- Call sign: ONOA
- Gross tonnage: 93518
- Deadweight: 182481 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 17 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/03/2026
- Registered owner: CMB TECH BELGIUM NV (Bermuda)
- Ship manager: CMB.TECH NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT LTD (Cyprus)
- Last AIS position: 33°47.5′S · 033°26.1′E · Speed 10.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 19:33 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao Pt (CN QDG) · ETA 9 November 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MINERAL SAKURA?
MINERAL SAKURA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MINERAL SAKURA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 182,481 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 93,518.
Which classification society maintains MINERAL SAKURA?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has MINERAL SAKURA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 7 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 March 2026. All-time records show 17 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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