Sam Ma 2 (IMO 8106496) is a sanctioned vessel. As of 2026-07-12, it matched 6 active sanctions records — including the OFAC SDN, SDN entry #23735, program DPRK4. Source: OFAC SDN. (Sanctions lists update daily; verify the current designation before acting.) Check the current status for IMO 8106496 at https://arcnautical.com/check/8106496.
Sam Ma 2 is a North Korea-flagged vessel with 6 active sanctions designations (OFAC SDN + OpenSanctions + UK HMT/OFSI) · ownership opacity 40/100.
Key verifiable facts
OFAC SDN designationSDN entry #23735 — program DPRK4Source: OFAC SDN List · as of 2026-07-12OFAC's structured SDN feed carries no per-entity URL; verify the entry via OFAC's sanctions search.
Flag-state PSC performanceNorth Korea flag — Paris MoU Black List (99% 3-yr detention); Tokyo MoU Black List (99%)Source: Paris MoU WGB 2021–2023 + Tokyo MoU 2023 lists · reconciled as of 2026-05-30
Sanctions screeningScreened against OFAC SDN, EU Consolidated, UN Security Council, UK HMT/OFSI, and OpenSanctions vessel lists — 6 confirmed matches on vessel identifier.Source: ArcNautical sanctions screening · as of 2026-07-12
LEI registration is voluntary for non-financial maritime entities; absence is itself a signal.
+35No GLEIF/LEI record (LEI registration voluntary for non-financial maritime entities)
+5Flag jurisdiction KP — Unclassified
Recent Port Calls (AIS)
No AIS port-call data captured for Sam Ma 2 in the last 180 days. Sanctioned vessels frequently transmit AIS irregularly or disable transponders entirely — this absence is itself a vetting signal documented in the OFAC, EU, and IMO sanctions evasion advisories.
Flag State Risk Analysis: North Korea
Black ListKP
Sam Ma 2 flies the North Korea flag, which records a Paris MoU 3-year detention rate of 99% (Black List) and a Tokyo MoU rate of 99% (Black List). Worst-list placement: Black List.
Live Sanctions Screening
Sanctions
RED
6 confirmed matches on vessel identifier.
Ownership Opacity
40
MEDIUM OPACITY
0 = transparent · 100 = opaque
Vetting Grade
E
Score: 90/100
unacceptable
Weekly snapshot · as of 2026-07-12
As of 2026-07-12
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sam Ma 2 (IMO 8106496) sanctioned?
Sam Ma 2 appears in the following sanctions-related databases: Swiss SECO, OFAC SDN. Use the live screening tool above for the most current status, as sanctions lists are updated frequently.
What is IMO number 8106496?
IMO 8106496 is the International Maritime Organization identification number permanently assigned to Sam Ma 2. IMO numbers are unique 7-digit identifiers that remain with a vessel throughout its lifetime, regardless of changes in name, flag, or ownership. They are the primary identifier used in sanctions screening, port state control, and maritime compliance.
How is the vessel vetting grade calculated?
ArcNautical's vetting grade (A through E) is a composite score based on five weighted factors: PSC detention history (30%), flag state performance (25%), ownership transparency (20%), vessel age (15%), and inspection recency (10%). Data is sourced from Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU, GLEIF corporate registry, and OFAC/EU/UN sanctions databases.