SAO UNISON (IMO 9841380)
SAO UNISON is an Ore Carrier built in 2022 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its fourth 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 UNISON is classed by Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the South America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2025.
- Type: Ore Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 352218000
- Call sign: 3FYQ
- Gross tonnage: 172521
- Deadweight: 324690 t
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/02/2025
- Registered owner: INSIGHT 16 HOLDING LTD (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO LTD-KRS (South Korea)
- Technical manager: POLARIS SHIPPING CO.,LTD
- Last AIS position: 13°44.9′S · 021°23.2′W · Speed 12.9 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 01:42 UTC
- Destination: Itaqui (BR ITQ) · ETA 14 October 2026 at 09:38 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SAO UNISON?
SAO UNISON is an Ore Carrier built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SAO UNISON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 324,690 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 172,521.
Which classification society manages SAO UNISON?
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 UNISON been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in the Indian Ocean, the Java Sea, and the South America East Coast. These regions represent recent areas of operational activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for SAO UNISON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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