SAO MASTER (IMO 9824095)
SAO MASTER 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 no length overall is provided. At this scale, the vessel is configured for large-scale bulk ore transport. SAO MASTER is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South China Sea, and the Java Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2026.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 538008867
- Call sign: V7A2852
- Gross tonnage: 172521
- Deadweight: 324690 t
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 9 since 2021
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 26/01/2026
- Registered owner: XIANG T5 HK INTERNATIONAL SHIP (South Korea)
- Ship manager: H-LINE SHIPPING CO LTD (South Korea)
- Technical manager · ISM manager: SUMMIT MARINE SERVICE CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 35°5.9′S · 021°56.4′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 27 September 2026 at 11:59 UTC
- Destination: CNTAO · ETA 24 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAO MASTER?
SAO MASTER is an Ore Carrier built in 2020. It is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAO MASTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 324,690 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 172,521.
Which classification society manages SAO MASTER?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SAO MASTER been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions including the Singapore Strait and the South China Sea. Other recent locations include the Java Sea and East Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAO MASTER?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 2 of them. The most recent inspection was on 26 January 2026. All-time records show 9 inspections since 2021 and no detentions.
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