VALIANT SAPPHIRE (IMO 9969716)
VALIANT SAPPHIRE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023 and flying the Singapore flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,646 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 35,908, and a length overall of 199 metres. This vessel is configured for bulk commodity transport within its specific size class. VALIANT SAPPHIRE is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Singapore
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 563209900
- Call sign: 9V8996
- Gross tonnage: 35908
- Deadweight: 63646 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2024
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/04/2026
- Registered owner: HUAXIA SHENGJIN TIANJIN
- Ship manager: SAFARGO SHIPPING PTE LTD
- ISM manager: ASTRO SHIPMANAGEMENT INC (Philippines)
- Last AIS position: 22°14.3′N · 114°3.4′W · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 01:01 UTC
- Destination: Buenaventura (CO BUN) · ETA 25 October 2026 at 03:14 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VALIANT SAPPHIRE?
VALIANT SAPPHIRE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2023. It is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of VALIANT SAPPHIRE?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 63,646 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages VALIANT SAPPHIRE?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 April 2026. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2024 and no detentions.
Where has VALIANT SAPPHIRE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
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