S SAMBA (IMO 9712486)
S SAMBA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 84,867 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 45,221. This size and type suggest it is configured for various dry bulk commodity trades. S SAMBA is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and along the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 255915963
- Call sign: CQ2421
- Gross tonnage: 45221
- Deadweight: 84867 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 35 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 25 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 09/04/2026
- Registered owner: SANSHA SHIPPING SA (Norway)
- Ship manager: SCORPIO COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT (Monaco)
- ISM manager: OPTIMUM MARINE MANAGEMENT LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 37°31.1′N · 016°45.9′E · Speed 11.5 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 10:20 UTC
- Destination: Bakar (HR BAK) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of S SAMBA?
S SAMBA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015. It is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for S SAMBA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 84,867 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 45,221.
Which classification society manages S SAMBA?
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 S SAMBA been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and along the North America East Coast. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
What is the port-state control record for S SAMBA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 9 April 2026. All-time records show 25 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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