TRUE NORTH (IMO 9308651)
TRUE NORTH is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship built in 2005 and flying the Australia flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 80 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 776. Given its specifications, it is a small-scale passenger vessel. TRUE NORTH is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region, as well as the New Guinea Pacific area. It has previously operated under two different flag states and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2024.
- Type: Passenger (Cruise) Ship
- Flag: Australia
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 503486000
- Call sign: VZWP
- Gross tonnage: 776
- Deadweight: 80 t
- Length overall: 50 m
- Beam: 10 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 5 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/11/2024
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: NORTH STAR CRUISES AUSTRALIA (Australia)
- Last AIS position: 0°37.0′S · 130°36.6′E · Speed 10.5 kn · under way · received 29 September 2026 at 20:08 UTC
- Destination: FAM
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is TRUE NORTH?
TRUE NORTH is a Passenger (Cruise) Ship. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for TRUE NORTH?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 776. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 80 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages TRUE NORTH?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has TRUE NORTH been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Australia and New Zealand region. It has also been recorded in the New Guinea Pacific area.
How many inspections has TRUE NORTH undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 November 2024. All-time records show 5 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
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