VICSTAR (IMO 9206009)
VICSTAR is a Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier built in 2000 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 73,879, a gross tonnage of 39,749, and a length overall of 224.95 metres. This configuration is typical for specialized bulk carriers designed for efficient cargo handling in various port environments. VICSTAR is classed by the Indian Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, the Malacca and Singapore Straits, and the South China Sea over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026.
- Type: Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 352986141
- Call sign: 3E3908
- Gross tonnage: 39749
- Deadweight: 73879 t
- Length overall: 224.95 m
- Beam: 32.2 m
- Home port: PANAMA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 03/06/2019, Tianjin (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 16/01/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: V STAR SHIPPING LTD (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°16.3′N · 104°14.4′E · Speed 12.5 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 07:38 UTC
- Destination: Quanzhou (CN QZJ) · ETA 17 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VICSTAR?
VICSTAR is a Self-Discharging Bulk Carrier. It was built in 2000 and is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VICSTAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 224.95 metres and a beam of 32.2 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 13.841 metres.
What are the engine specifications for VICSTAR?
The vessel is powered by a 6S60MC main engine. This engine produces a power output of 9,260 kW.
How many PSC inspections has VICSTAR undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 January 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2001 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 3 June 2019.
What is the flag and MoU status of VICSTAR?
The vessel currently flies the Panama flag. It is categorized in the grey band for the Paris MoU and the white band for the Tokyo MoU.
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