AFAMIA STAR (IMO 9203368)
AFAMIA STAR is a General Cargo Ship built in 1999 and flying the Comoros flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,595 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,002, and a length overall of 100.74 metres. This size and type suggest its use in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. It has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. The vessel has operated under two former names and two former flags throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Comoros
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 620999063
- Call sign: D6A3069
- Gross tonnage: 4998
- Deadweight: 8595 t
- Length overall: 100.74 m
- Beam: 19.6 m
- Home port: BELIZE
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 86 since 2002
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 31/10/2025, Kocaeli (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 04/08/2026
- Registered owner: AFAMIA STAR SHIPPING CO SA (Turkey)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SATA CHARTERING & SHIPPING CO (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 35°46.1′N · 032°11.4′E · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 07:03 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AFAMIA STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 100.74 metres and a beam of 19.6 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.817 metres.
What engine does AFAMIA STAR use?
The ship is powered by a MITSUBISHI 6UEC33LS II main engine. This engine provides a power output of 3,236 kW.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 89 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 August 2026. All-time records show 86 inspections since 2002 and 7 detentions. The most recent detention was on 31 October 2025.
What is the flag and home port of AFAMIA STAR?
The vessel currently flies the Comoros flag. Its registered home port is Belize.
What is the classification status of AFAMIA STAR?
The vessel is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
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