BITUMEN STAR (IMO 9159282)
BITUMEN STAR is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker built in 1997 and flying the Cook Islands flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,993 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,964. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport within its size class. BITUMEN STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is 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 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 17 October 2025.
- Type: Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker
- Flag: Cook islands
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 518998204
- Call sign: E5U4182
- Gross tonnage: 3964
- Deadweight: 4993 t
- Length overall: 103 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2000
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 23/09/2022, Mumbai (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 17/10/2025
- Registered owner: FM MARINE INC (United Arab Emirates)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: BLUE LAGOON SHIPPING FZE (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 13°7.4′N · 074°19.1′E · Speed 4.6 kn · at anchor · received 14 October 2026 at 21:37 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of BITUMEN STAR?
BITUMEN STAR is an Asphalt/Bitumen Tanker. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BITUMEN STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,993 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 3,964.
Which classification society manages BITUMEN STAR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Reinstated.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 15 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 17 October 2025. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2000 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 23 September 2022.
What flag does BITUMEN STAR currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Cook Islands flag. Throughout its history, it has operated under 4 different flag states.
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