SOUTHERN STAR (IMO 9344071)
SOUTHERN STAR is a Wood Chips Carrier built in 2007 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 49,470 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 39,969. This configuration is typical for specialized carriers engaged in the transport of wood products. SOUTHERN STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flags and one former name. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2026.
- Type: Wood Chips Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 355702000
- Call sign: 3ELZ4
- Gross tonnage: 39969
- Deadweight: 49470 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/05/2026
- Registered owner: GARDEN MARITIME INC (Japan)
- Ship manager: MITSUI OSK LINES LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MMS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 35°3.2′S · 056°0.2′W · at anchor · received 6 October 2026 at 15:39 UTC
- Destination: SINSG · ETA 20 November 2026 at 15:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SOUTHERN STAR?
SOUTHERN STAR is a Wood Chips Carrier. It was built in 2007 and is currently in its 19th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SOUTHERN STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 49,470 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 39,969.
Which classification society manages SOUTHERN STAR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 9 of them. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2007 and no detentions.
Where has SOUTHERN STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Mediterranean Sea, West Africa, and the North America East Coast. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
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