SARAH (IMO 9771016)
SARAH is a Bulk Carrier built in 2017 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 57,795 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 32,391, and a length overall of 189.99 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within mid-sized tonnage classes. SARAH is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, North America West Coast, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Isle of Man
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 232008553
- Call sign: MBDY9
- Gross tonnage: 32391
- Deadweight: 57795 t
- Length overall: 189.99 m
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: DOUGLAS
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/04/2026
- Registered owner: CHIJIN SHIPPING SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: KAMBARA KISEN CO LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: UNION MARINE MGMT SERV PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 38°10.6′N · 178°2.1′W · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 08:06 UTC
- Destination: Balboa (CO BAL) · ETA 31 October 2026 at 23:30 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of SARAH?
The vessel has a length overall of 189.99 metres and a beam of 32.26 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.8 metres.
What is the capacity of SARAH?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,795 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 32,391.
Which classification society manages SARAH?
SARAH is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current classification status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 20 April 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
Where has SARAH been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been observed along the North America West Coast.
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