TOPAZ EXPRESS

IMO 5324853 General Cargo Ship Medium General Cargo Singapore Scrapped

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1958
Year Built
9,248
GT
11,540
DWT
155m
LOA
TOPAZ EXPRESS
Singapore Scrapped
General Cargo Ship
Medium General Cargo
Built 1958
11,540 DWT
155.3m LOA
Undisclosed Operator

Vessel Specifications

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General Cargo Ship
Vessel Type
Size: Medium General Cargo
Call Sign: 9VWF
155.3m
Length Overall (LOA)
11,540
Deadweight (DWT)
Gross Tonnage: 9,248
Net Tonnage: 5,179
1958
Year Built
Built in 1958
Singapore
Flag State
Status: Scrapped
9.0m
Maximum Draft

Vessel Status

Scrapped
Vessel Not Currently Trading

This vessel is currently scrapped and AIS position tracking is not applicable.

AIS position data is only shown for vessels with active trading status.

Vessel Particulars

Complete vessel specifications, dimensions, and technical details.

Specification
Details
Identity & Classification
IMO Number
5324853
Call Sign
9VWF
Vessel Type
General Cargo Ship
Hull Type
N/A
Flag State
Singapore
Trading Status
Scrapped
Former Names
Shizuoka Maru
Dimensions & Capacity
Length (LOA)
155.3m
Beam
19.6m
Draft
N/A
Deadweight
11,540 DWT
Gross Tonnage
9,248 GT
Engine & Performance
Engine Designer
B&W
Engine Model
K9Z78/140C
Construction
Country of Build
Japan
Yard Number
822
Ownership & Management
Registered Owner
Operator
Undisclosed
Ship Manager
Undisclosed
Group Beneficial Owner
Unknown

AI Maritime Insights

AI-powered analysis and highlights for TOPAZ EXPRESS.

AI Maritime Summary
Intelligent vessel analysis

The TOPAZ EXPRESS, a general cargo ship built in 1958, has a deadweight tonnage of 11,540 tonnes and a length overall of 155.28 meters. Historically, it served various trade routes but is currently classified as scrapped, indicating it is no longer operational. Its design and trading status reflect the age of the vessel, suggesting limited commercial viability in today's market.

Operations Insight
Commercial & operational analysis

Current AIS data indicates that the TOPAZ EXPRESS is not operational due to its scrapped status, which means it is not engaged in any loading, discharging, or repositioning activities. Consequently, there are no active trade implications or operational efficiencies to analyze.

Key Features
Notable vessel characteristics
Limited operational history due to scrapping, implying no current trade route optimization.
Aged vessel with potential legacy engineering challenges, such as fuel consumption inefficiencies.
No classification society information available, raising concerns about regulatory compliance.
Market Insights
Commercial market analysis

As the TOPAZ EXPRESS is classified as scrapped, it holds no commercial position in the current market. For brokers and charterers, this vessel does not represent a viable option for charters or trades, emphasizing the importance of age and operational status when assessing potential vessels.

Technical Analysis
Engineering & specifications

With a gross tonnage of 9,248 and a draft of 9.024 meters, the TOPAZ EXPRESS's technical specifications indicate limited capacity for modern cargo demands. Its propulsion system, utilizing residual fuel, is likely to be less efficient compared to contemporary vessels, impacting any potential future operations if reactivated.

AI analysis based on verified vessel data • Model: gpt-4o-mini Generated: Sep 30, 2025

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