LINK STAR (IMO 8805602)
LINK STAR is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1989 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 37th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,453 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,627, and a length overall of 107.45 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized cargo operations including container carriage. LINK STAR is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and North Europe, West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 12 April 2026.
- Type: Ro-Ro Cargo Ship
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 1989
- MMSI: 259101000
- Call sign: LAPA8
- Gross tonnage: 5627
- Deadweight: 4453 t
- Length overall: 107.45 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Home port: ÅKREHAMN
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 1998
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 12/04/2026
- Registered owner: NFH 241124 AS (Akrehamn Norway)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: NORWEST SHIP MANAGEMENT AS (Akrehamn Norway)
- Last AIS position: 63°34.3′N · 009°21.9′E · Speed 10.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 22:59 UTC
- Destination: Husøy - Karmøy (NO HSO) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 13:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LINK STAR?
LINK STAR is a Ro-Ro Cargo Ship built in 1989. It is currently in its 37th year of service.
What are the dimensions of LINK STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 107.45 metres and a beam of 17 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.054 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of LINK STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,453 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,627.
Which classification society manages LINK STAR?
LINK STAR is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The current class notation includes equipment for the carriage of containers.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 12 April 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 1998 and no detentions.
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