VIET THUAN STAR (IMO 9168269)
VIET THUAN STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 29th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 42,717 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 24,953, and a length overall of 181 metres. This size profile is typical for regional bulk transport operations. VIET THUAN STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Makassar Strait, and the Singapore Strait and South China Sea. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2024.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 1997
- MMSI: 574483000
- Call sign: XVRV
- Gross tonnage: 24953
- Deadweight: 42717 t
- Length overall: 181 m
- Beam: 31 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 68 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 29/08/2014, Taizhou, Jiangsu (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/10/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VIET THUAN TRANSPORT CO LTD (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 20°56.8′N · 107°18.9′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 7 October 2026 at 21:49 UTC
- Destination: Cam Pha (VN CMP)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VIET THUAN STAR?
VIET THUAN STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 1997. It is currently in its 29th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VIET THUAN STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 181 metres and a beam of 31 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 42,717 metric tonnes.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
What is the PSC inspection history for VIET THUAN STAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 October 2024. All-time records show 68 inspections since 1999 and 5 detentions. The most recent detention was on 29 August 2014.
Where has VIET THUAN STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and the Makassar Strait. It has also been recorded in the Singapore Strait and South China Sea.
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