ORKIM SAPPHIRE (IMO 9899571)
ORKIM SAPPHIRE is an Oil Products Tanker built in 2021 and flying the Malaysia flag, placing it in its 5th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,567 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,848, and a length overall of 120 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional oil product distribution. ORKIM SAPPHIRE is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait 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 21 October 2025.
- Type: Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Malaysia
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 533132007
- Call sign: 9M2218
- Gross tonnage: 6848
- Deadweight: 9567 t
- Length overall: 120 m
- Beam: 19 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/10/2025
- Registered owner: ORKIM SAPPHIRE SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ORKIM SHIP MANAGEMENT SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 2°13.4′N · 102°4.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 17 October 2026 at 21:26 UTC
- Destination: MY-SG UDANG
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ORKIM SAPPHIRE?
ORKIM SAPPHIRE is an Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2021 and is currently in its 5th year of service.
What are the dimensions of ORKIM SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 120 metres and a beam of 19 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 9,567 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages ORKIM SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ORKIM SAPPHIRE been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Singapore Strait and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded operating within the South East Asia region.
What is the PSC inspection history for ORKIM SAPPHIRE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 October 2025. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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