SAO PEARL (IMO 9840477)
SAO PEARL is an Ore Carrier built in 2021 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its fifth 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 high deadweight capacity, it is designed for large-scale bulk mineral transport. SAO PEARL is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, Java Sea, 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 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 538008869
- Call sign: V7A2854
- Gross tonnage: 172521
- Deadweight: 324690 t
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 6 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 17/09/2025
- Registered owner: XIANG T100 HK INTERNATIONAL (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: 5°42.8′N · 097°8.5′E · Speed 13.7 kn · under way · received 3 October 2026 at 00:35 UTC
- Destination: Itaqui (BR ITQ) · ETA 4 November 2026 at 08:32 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAO PEARL?
SAO PEARL is an Ore Carrier built in 2021. It is currently in its fifth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAO PEARL?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 324,690. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 172,521.
Which classification society maintains SAO PEARL?
The vessel is classed by Korean Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SAO PEARL been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Indian Ocean and Java Sea. It has also been observed operating throughout South East Asia and East Asia.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAO PEARL?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 17 September 2025. All-time records show 6 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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