SUNSTAR (IMO 8978071)
SUNSTAR is a Fishing Vessel built in 2001 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 25th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,139 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 910. This vessel is configured for specialized fishing operations. There is no recorded IACS membership for this vessel. It has been observed operating across the South America East Coast and the South America West Coast. The vessel has previously operated under three different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026.
- Type: Fishing Vessel
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2001
- MMSI: 441864000
- Call sign: 6KCB
- Gross tonnage: 910
- Deadweight: 1139 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/05/2014, Talcahuano (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 22/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: TNS INDUSTRIES INC (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 53°10.4′S · 070°52.5′W · Speed 4.8 kn · received 26 August 2026 at 13:15 UTC
- Destination: Punta Arenas (CL PUQ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SUNSTAR?
SUNSTAR is a fishing vessel built in 2001. It is currently in its 25th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SUNSTAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,139 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 910.
Where has SUNSTAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast and South America West Coast regions. These areas represent its primary recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 17 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 July 2026. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2013 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 May 2014.
What is the flag history of SUNSTAR?
The vessel currently flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 3 different flag states.
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