GPO SAPPHIRE (IMO 9760445)
GPO SAPPHIRE is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2019 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 7th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,581 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 49,091, and a length overall of 225 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized heavy transport operations. GPO SAPPHIRE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 January 2026.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 538008298
- Call sign: V7A2209
- Gross tonnage: 49091
- Deadweight: 63581 t
- Length overall: 225 m
- Beam: 48.018 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 29/01/2026
- Registered owner: XIANGSHI INTERNATIONAL SHIP (China)
- Ship manager: GPO HEAVYLIFT AS (Norway)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: WILHELMSEN SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Norway)
- Last AIS position: 52°12.9′N · 004°13.6′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 04:26 UTC
- Destination: Scheveningen (NL SCE)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and build year of GPO SAPPHIRE?
GPO SAPPHIRE is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2019 and is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the dimensions of GPO SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 225 metres and a beam of 48.018 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.64 metres.
Which classification society maintains GPO SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 January 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
Where has GPO SAPPHIRE been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in West Europe and East Africa. It has also been observed in the South African and West African regions.
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