STARBURST IV (IMO 1012218)
STARBURST IV is a Yacht built in 2017 and flying the Malta flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 314 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,218. Given its specifications, it is configured for private leisure and specialized maritime use. STARBURST IV is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and West Africa. It has previously operated under three different flags and has been known by six former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 19 October 2025.
- Type: Yacht
- Flag: Malta
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 248149000
- Call sign: 9HA4534
- Gross tonnage: 2218
- Deadweight: 314 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2017
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 19/10/2025
- Registered owner: FORMOSA MARITIME MALTA LTD (United Kingdom)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BURGESS LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 43°10.1′N · 005°36.7′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 16:25 UTC
- Destination: Sea trials
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of STARBURST IV?
STARBURST IV is classified as a Yacht. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for STARBURST IV?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 2,218. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 314 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages STARBURST IV?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has STARBURST IV been recently observed?
The vessel has been recorded in the Mediterranean Sea and West Africa. It has also been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico region.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 October 2025. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2017 and no detentions.
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