SOUTH STAR (IMO 8400517)
SOUTH STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1985 and flying the Mongolia flag, placing it in its 41st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 27,652 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 16,582. At this capacity, it functions as a smaller bulk carrier suitable for regional cargo distribution. SOUTH STAR is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and South East Asia. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 36 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 October 2015.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Mongolia
- Year built: 1985
- Call sign: JVJW5
- Gross tonnage: 16582
- Deadweight: 27652 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 15/01/2002, Rotterdam (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/10/2015
- Registered owner: QUOC HUY SHIPPING CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Ship manager: INTL TRANSPORT & TRADING JSC (Vietnam)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOUTH STAR?
SOUTH STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1985. It is currently in its 41st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for SOUTH STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 27,652 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 16,582.
Which flag does SOUTH STAR currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Mongolia flag. It has operated under two different flag states previously in its history.
What is the classification status of SOUTH STAR?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
How many port-state inspections has SOUTH STAR undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 36 inspections are on file since 1999, the most recent on 19 October 2015.
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