STAR LIGHT (IMO 8661408)
STAR LIGHT is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,996. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and general logistics operations. STAR LIGHT is classed by the Union Bureau of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under 6 different flag states and has been registered under 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: St.Kitts and Nevis
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 341653002
- Call sign: V4MU7
- Gross tonnage: 2996
- Deadweight: 5200 t
- Length overall: 95 m
- Beam: 15 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 83 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 07/04/2026, Aliaga (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 12/08/2026
- Registered owner: STAR LIGHT FOR SHIPPING CO (Liberia)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: DIABCO MANAGEMENT LTD (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 33°15.7′N · 032°55.4′E · Speed 8.2 kn · at anchor · received 23 September 2026 at 10:18 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR LIGHT?
STAR LIGHT is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the cargo capacities of STAR LIGHT?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,996.
Which classification society manages STAR LIGHT?
The vessel is classed by the Union Bureau of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has STAR LIGHT been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This area is part of its recent geographic operational profile.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 87 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 August 2026. All-time records show 83 inspections since 2013 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 April 2026.
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