EASTERN LOTUS (IMO 9189940)
STAR MAIA is a General Cargo Ship built in 1998 and flying the Isle of Man flag, placing it in its 28th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 50,655 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 29,688, and a length overall of 194.94 metres. This size and capacity are typical for general cargo operations across diverse trade routes. STAR MAIA is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico, the North America East Coast, and the South America East Coast regions. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Vanuatu
- Year built: 1998
- MMSI: 577742000
- Call sign: YJRZ9
- Gross tonnage: 29688
- Deadweight: 50655 t
- Length overall: 194.94 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: PORT VILA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 106 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 14/10/2022, San Diego, California (US Coast Guard)
- Last PSC inspection: 25/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: EASTERN LOTUS SHIPPING LTD (China)
- ISM manager: WUTAISHAN SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- DOC holder: ZS Ship Management Pte. Ltd
- Last AIS position: 30°6.7′N · 122°12.5′E · Speed 10.2 kn · received 9 October 2026 at 01:32 UTC
- Destination: Zhoushan (CN ZOS)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of STAR MAIA?
The vessel has a length overall of 194.94 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 12.2 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of STAR MAIA?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 50,655 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 29,688.
Which classification society manages STAR MAIA?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The current class status is noted as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 24 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 25 August 2026. All-time records show 106 inspections since 1999 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 14 October 2022.
Where has STAR MAIA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been observed near the North America East Coast and South America East Coast.
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