JONATHAN STAR (IMO 8223311)
JONATHAN STAR is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1983 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 43rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,942 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,394. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. JONATHAN STAR is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the New Guinea Pacific and South East Asia regions. It has a history involving 5 former names and 6 former flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 1983
- MMSI: 371785000
- Call sign: 3FKN7
- Gross tonnage: 4394
- Deadweight: 4942 t
- Length overall: 216 m
- Beam: 17.1 m
- Home port: PANAMA - 48788-17-A
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 45 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/11/2015, Pago Pago, American Samoa (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner: JONATHAN STAR SHIPPING INC (South Korea)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SEA ROAD SHIPPING & AGENCY CO (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 4°13.7′S · 152°9.3′E · Speed 0.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 06:03 UTC
- Destination: Rabaul (PG RAB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of JONATHAN STAR?
JONATHAN STAR is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1983 and is currently in its 43rd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for JONATHAN STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,942 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,394.
Which classification society manages JONATHAN STAR?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. 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 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026. All-time records show 45 inspections since 1998 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 30 November 2015.
Where has JONATHAN STAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South East Asia and New Guinea Pacific regions. These areas represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
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