WEN CHANG STAR (IMO 9337145)
WEN CHANG STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 207,933 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 106,367, and a length overall of 300 metres. This scale of vessel is typically utilized for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. WEN CHANG STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Singapore Strait, and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 636026258
- Call sign: A8PS3
- Gross tonnage: 106367
- Deadweight: 207933 t
- Length overall: 300 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/07/2026
- Registered owner: WEN CHANG STAR SHIP PTE LTD
- Ship manager: UC SHIPPING PTE LTD
- ISM manager: QINGDAO ALAM INTL SHPG SERVICE (China)
- Last AIS position: 34°38.9′S · 022°6.6′E · Speed 9.9 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 09:44 UTC
- Destination: Qingdao Pt (CN QDG) · ETA 14 November 2026 at 09:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of WEN CHANG STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 300 metres and a beam of 50 metres. These dimensions are consistent with large-scale bulk carrier operations.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 July 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2008 and no detentions.
What is the capacity of WEN CHANG STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 207,933 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 106,367.
Which classification society covers this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has WEN CHANG STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the South China Sea, the Singapore Strait, and West Africa. It also has recent activity recorded in East and South East Asia.
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