SAO KAREN (IMO 9824071)
SAO KAREN is an Ore Carrier built in 2020 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 324,690, a gross tonnage of 172,521, and a length overall of 340 metres. Given its significant deadweight, it is configured for large-scale bulk commodity transport. SAO KAREN is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Africa, South East Asia, and the East Coast of South America over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 2021, the most recent on 23 February 2022.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 538008390
- Call sign: V7A2306
- Gross tonnage: 172521
- Deadweight: 324690 t
- Length overall: 340 m
- Beam: 62 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/02/2022
- Registered owner: IBFL NO FORTY ONE TIANJIN (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO.,LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°16.3′N · 103°57.5′E · Speed 0.2 kn · at anchor · received 18 October 2026 at 07:34 UTC
- Destination: PEBGB
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAO KAREN?
SAO KAREN is an Ore Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the dimensions of SAO KAREN?
The vessel has a length overall of 340 metres and a beam of 62 metres. It carries a significant deadweight tonnage of 324,690 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains SAO KAREN?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAO KAREN?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 4 inspections are on file since 2021, the most recent on 23 February 2022.
Where has SAO KAREN been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in East Africa, South East Asia, and the East Coast of South America. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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