GC SAPPHIRE (IMO 9924924)
GC SAPPHIRE is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2022 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its fourth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,993 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,099, and a length overall of 147 metres. This vessel is configured for the transport of chemical and oil products. GC SAPPHIRE is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia/South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 2022
- MMSI: 477754700
- Call sign: VRUM7
- Gross tonnage: 12099
- Deadweight: 19993 t
- Length overall: 147 m
- Beam: 24 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 14/01/2026
- Registered owner: GC SAPPHIRE SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- Ship manager: SC SHIPPING SINGAPORE PTE LTD
- ISM manager: FANTASEA SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE
- Last AIS position: 33°39.0′N · 025°56.8′E · Speed 7.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 03:14 UTC
- Destination: TANGER-MEDITERRANEAN · ETA 15 October 2026 at 04:51 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GC SAPPHIRE?
GC SAPPHIRE is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2022. It is currently in its fourth year of service.
What are the dimensions of GC SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 147 metres and a beam of 24 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 19,993 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains GC SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GC SAPPHIRE been recently operating?
The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and East Asia/South East Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for GC SAPPHIRE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 13 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 14 January 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
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