NORTH STAR 9 (IMO 8631219)
NORTH STAR 9 is a General Cargo Ship built in 1987 and flying the MALI FALSE flag, placing it in its 39th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 900 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 655. This small-scale cargo configuration is typically utilized for regional short-sea shipping and general freight operations. There is no classification society or IACS membership recorded for this vessel. Recent geographic observation data is currently unavailable in the provided records. The vessel has operated under two former names and two former flag states during its service history. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: MALI FALSE
- Year built: 1987
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 655
- Deadweight: 900 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 1 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 07/08/2025, Yangon (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/08/2025
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NORTH STAR 9?
NORTH STAR 9 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1987 and is currently in its 39th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NORTH STAR 9?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 900 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 655.
How many inspections has NORTH STAR 9 undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and 1 detention, with 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 7 August 2025. All-time records show 1 inspection since 2025 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 7 August 2025.
Has the vessel changed names or flags before?
Yes, the vessel has a history of name and flag changes. It has operated under 2 former names and 2 former flag states.
How many times has the ownership of NORTH STAR 9 changed?
The vessel has undergone 7 ownership changes throughout its operational history. This reflects a significant number of transitions since its construction in 1987.
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