MADESTAR (IMO 9289726)

MADESTAR is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 2005 and flying the flag of Cameroon (not confirmed by the registry); it is in its 21st year of service. The vessel has a deadweight of 319,180 tonnes and a gross tonnage of 161,632. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes. MADESTAR has been classed since 2 February 2005 by DNV, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by BV, was on 5 January 2025. The vessel has been observed most often in South Asia, the Singapore Strait, and South East Asia (latest area report: October 2026). It has previously sailed under six other names and eight other flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2025.

Frequently asked questions

What type of vessel is MADESTAR?

MADESTAR is a VLCC crude oil tanker built in 2005. It is in its 21st year of service. Tankers of this size carry crude oil on long-haul routes.

What is the deadweight of MADESTAR?

MADESTAR has a deadweight of 319,180 tonnes. Its gross tonnage is 161,632.

What flag does MADESTAR fly?

MADESTAR flies the flag of Cameroon (not confirmed by the registry). Earlier it sailed under eight other flags.

Who classes MADESTAR?

MADESTAR has been classed since 2 February 2005 by DNV, a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). Its last class renewal survey, carried out by BV, was on 5 January 2025.

How many port state control inspections has MADESTAR had?

Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 9 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2025. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.

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