STAR 98 (IMO 8517346)
STAR 98 is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship built in 1986 and flying the Palau (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 40th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,690 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 6,579. This vessel is configured for specialized refrigerated cargo transport. STAR 98 is classed by the International Register of Shipping (IS). The vessel has been observed in the Java Sea, East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 52 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 9 July 2018.
- Type: Refrigerated Cargo Ship
- Flag: Palau (Republic of)
- Year built: 1986
- Call sign: T8A3082
- Gross tonnage: 6579
- Deadweight: 7690 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 52 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/07/2018, Xiamen (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/07/2018
- Registered owner: ARAFURA LTD (India)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ALMANAC SHIP MANAGEMENT LLC (United Arab Emirates)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of STAR 98?
STAR 98 is a Refrigerated Cargo Ship. It was built in 1986 and is currently in its 40th year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of STAR 98?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,690 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,579.
Which flag does STAR 98 fly?
The vessel currently flies the Palau (Republic of) flag. It has operated under three different flag states throughout its history.
What is the PSC inspection history for STAR 98?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 52 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 9 July 2018.
Where has STAR 98 been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Java Sea, East Asia, and South Asia. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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