LUCKY STAR (IMO 9163532)
LUCKY STAR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1997 and flying the Sao Tome and Principe flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,547 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,990. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. LUCKY STAR is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. The vessel has been observed in the East Asia region. It has a history of operating under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Sao Tome and Principe
- Year built: 1997
- Call sign: UNKNOWN
- Gross tonnage: 1990
- Deadweight: 3547 t
- Length overall: 80 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 77 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 03/12/2025, Busan (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: STRATAGLOW SOLUTIONS LTD (Canada)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of LUCKY STAR?
LUCKY STAR is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 1997 and is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for LUCKY STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,547 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,990.
Which classification society manages LUCKY STAR?
The vessel is classed by Intermaritime Certification Services, S.A. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
Where has LUCKY STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in the East Asia region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent data.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 23 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026. All-time records show 77 inspections since 2009 and 4 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 December 2025.
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