ASIA STAR (IMO 9284477)
ASIA STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 23rd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 52,994, a gross tonnage of 29,357, and a beam of 32.26 metres. This size class is typically utilized for regional dry bulk distribution and coastal trade operations. ASIA STAR is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under four different names and four different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2003
- MMSI: 538003048
- Call sign: V7OA5
- Gross tonnage: 29357
- Deadweight: 52994 t
- Beam: 32.26 m
- Home port: MAJURO - 3048
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 69 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DUM SHIPPING CO LTD (China)
- ISM manager: YUYANGKUNPENG SHANGHAI SHP MGM (China)
- Last AIS position: 40°52.4′N · 028°33.2′E · Speed 7.0 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 17:36 UTC
- Destination: TURKELI
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASIA STAR?
ASIA STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2003. It is currently in its 23rd year of service.
What are the dimensions and capacity of ASIA STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 52,994 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 29,357. Its beam is measured at 32.26 metres.
Which classification society is associated with ASIA STAR?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has ASIA STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, Middle America and the Gulf of Mexico, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the port-state control record for ASIA STAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 30 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 69 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
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