STAR ORION (IMO 9311593)
STAR ORION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 171,908 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 89,076. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for significant dry bulk transport operations. STAR ORION is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast, the Malacca Strait, and South Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 538009797
- Call sign: V7A5173
- Gross tonnage: 89076
- Deadweight: 171908 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 18/02/2026
- Registered owner: ALFIOS SHIPPING CORP (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHARTWORLD MARITIME MNGMT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 0°27.4′S · 008°38.8′W · Speed 10.3 kn · under way · received 8 October 2026 at 18:15 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 6 November 2026 at 18:26 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR ORION?
STAR ORION is a Bulk Carrier built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for STAR ORION?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 171,908 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 89,076.
Which classification society manages STAR ORION?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the port-state control history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 19 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 February 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
Where has STAR ORION been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the South America East Coast and the Malacca Strait. It has also been observed in South Asia and South East Asia.
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