KIRIN STAR (IMO 9294290)
KIRIN STAR is a FSO, Oil built in 2004 and flying the Thailand flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 306,352 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 159,875. Given its significant deadweight and FSO designation, it is configured for large-scale floating storage operations. KIRIN STAR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the Malacca Strait. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2025.
- Type: FSO, Oil
- Flag: Thailand
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 567641000
- Call sign: HSB9564
- Gross tonnage: 159875
- Deadweight: 306352 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/06/2025
- Registered owner: MAJESTIC SHIPPING CO LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager: NATHALIN SHIPPING PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 1°18.3′N · 103°23.2′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 02:58 UTC
- Destination: MYKKP · ETA 3 November 2026 at 04:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of KIRIN STAR?
KIRIN STAR is an FSO, Oil vessel used for floating storage. It has a substantial deadweight tonnage of 306,352 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 159,875.
Which classification society covers KIRIN STAR?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Delivered.
Where has KIRIN STAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and the Malacca Strait. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 1 of them. The most recent inspection was on 4 June 2025. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
What is the flag history of KIRIN STAR?
The vessel currently flies the Thailand flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 4 different flag states.
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