STAR WAY (IMO 8693073)
STAR WAY 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 5,300 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,998. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. STAR WAY is classed by Universal Maritime Bureau, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, East Asia, and South Asia/South East Asia. It has operated under four former names and six different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 19 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 2008
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 2998
- Deadweight: 5300 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 19/06/2026, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 19/06/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SIBSTAR GROUP CO LTD (China)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR WAY?
STAR WAY 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 WAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 5,300 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,998.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Tanzania flag. It has previously operated under 6 different flag states during its career.
What is the PSC inspection history for STAR WAY?
Over the last 36 months it has had 16 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 69 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 19 June 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2016 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 June 2026.
Where has STAR WAY been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the South Asia and South East Asia regions.
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