BG SAPPHIRE (IMO 9803699)
BG SAPPHIRE is a Container Ship built in 2018 and flying the Cyprus flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 13,250 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,831, and a length overall of 152.84 metres. This size and configuration are typical for regional container feeder operations. BG SAPPHIRE is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 February 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Cyprus
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 209247000
- Call sign: 5BYL4
- Gross tonnage: 12831
- Deadweight: 13250 t
- Length overall: 152.84 m
- Beam: 24.499 m
- Home port: LIMASSOL
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/02/2026
- Registered owner: TWENTY-THIRD NEW SHIPPING UG (Germany)
- Ship manager: JUNGERHANS MARITIME SERVICES (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: JUNGERHANS HEAVY-LIFT-FLEET (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 51°56.9′N · 003°59.3′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 14 October 2026 at 20:17 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BG SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 152.84 metres and a beam of 24.499 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 8 metres.
What is the capacity of BG SAPPHIRE?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 13,250 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 12,831.
Which classification society manages BG SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered with notations for DG and BWM (D2).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 February 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has BG SAPPHIRE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It currently flies the Cyprus flag and is registered in Limassol.
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