NORTHERN STAR (IMO 8951372)
NORTHERN STAR is a Passenger Ship built in 1959 and flying the Hong Kong, China flag, placing it in its 67th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 164 and a deadweight tonnage of 0. Due to its specific tonnage and classification, it operates as a small-scale passenger vessel. No classification society or IACS membership data is currently available for this vessel. There are no recent geographic observations recorded in the provided data. The vessel has operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Passenger Ship
- Flag: Hong Kong, China
- Year built: 1959
- MMSI: 477995431
- Call sign: VRS4788
- Gross tonnage: 164
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Registered owner · Ship manager: STAR FERRY (China)
- Last AIS position: 22°17.6′N · 114°10.1′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 13:31 UTC
Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is NORTHERN STAR?
NORTHERN STAR is a Passenger Ship. It was built in 1959 and is currently in its 67th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of NORTHERN STAR?
The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 164. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded as 0.
What flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Hong Kong, China flag. It has operated under one former flag state previously.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
How many times has the ownership changed?
The vessel has undergone 3 ownership changes during its service life. It has also been registered under 1 former name.
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