SAO GRACE (IMO 9824033)
SAO GRACE is an Ore 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 324,690, a gross tonnage of 172,521, and no length overall is specified. Given its massive deadweight capacity, it is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. SAO GRACE is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, East Asia, and the East African coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2019
- MMSI: 538008386
- Call sign: V7A2302
- Gross tonnage: 172521
- Deadweight: 324690 t
- Length overall: 340 m
- Beam: 62 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2020
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 25/05/2026
- Registered owner: COMPASS SHIPPING 141 CORP LTD (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO.,LTD
- Last AIS position: 23°0.8′S · 044°1.9′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 15 October 2026 at 00:59 UTC
- Destination: BRGUI
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAO GRACE?
SAO GRACE is an Ore Carrier built in 2019. It is currently in its 7th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAO GRACE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 324,690 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 172,521.
Which classification society manages SAO GRACE?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SAO GRACE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in several regions including the Indian Ocean and the Java Sea. It has also been observed near East Africa and the East Coast of South America.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAO GRACE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 25 May 2026. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2020 and no detentions.
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