MK STAR (IMO 9153123)
MK STAR is a Container Ship built in 1997 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,245 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,120. Given its size and type, it is configured for regional containerized cargo operations. MK STAR is classed by Royal Classification Society, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South Asia region. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 October 2025.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Comoros
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 620999357
- Call sign: D6A3356
- Gross tonnage: 1120
- Deadweight: 4245 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 2
- Last PSC detention: 21/10/2025, Shahid Rajaee Pt/Bandar Abbas (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 21/10/2025
- Registered owner: GLOBAL SHIPPING & TRADING (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager: SEA GROWL SHIPPING CO LTD (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 25°20.5′N · 056°28.5′E · Speed 1.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 04:16 UTC
- Destination: Khor al Fakkan (AE KLF)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MK STAR?
MK STAR is a container ship built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for MK STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,245 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,120.
Which flag does MK STAR fly?
The vessel currently flies the Comoros flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 4 different flag states.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and 2 detentions, with 33 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 October 2025. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2000 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 21 October 2025.
What is the classification of MK STAR?
The vessel is classed by the Royal Classification Society. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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