BLUE BALESTIER (IMO 9338539)
BLUE BALESTIER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 20th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 32,119 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 19,822, and a length overall of 176 metres. This size and configuration is typical for regional bulk transport operations. BLUE BALESTIER is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2006
- MMSI: 538009386
- Call sign: V7A4668
- Gross tonnage: 19822
- Deadweight: 32119 t
- Length overall: 176 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 50 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/06/2024, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 28/07/2026
- Registered owner: GOOD MANAGER MI LTD
- Ship manager: AZURE MARITIME PTE LTD
- ISM manager: UNIFY SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE LTD
- Last AIS position: 32°19.2′N · 119°43.8′E · Speed 10.8 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 02:34 UTC
- Destination: Yangzhou (CN YZH)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BLUE BALESTIER?
BLUE BALESTIER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2006. It is currently in its 20th year of service.
What are the dimensions of BLUE BALESTIER?
The vessel has a length overall of 176 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 32,119 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains BLUE BALESTIER?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has BLUE BALESTIER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and East Asia. Specific transit areas include the Malacca Strait and the Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 15 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 28 July 2026. All-time records show 50 inspections since 2007 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 June 2024.
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