K. ASTER (IMO 9375965)
K. ASTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Korea (Republic of) flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 207,942, a gross tonnage of 106,367, and no length overall is recorded. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier configuration. The vessel is equipped with a 1D: 2 SA 6 CY main engine type. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Korea (Republic of)
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 441088000
- Call sign: D7MO
- Gross tonnage: 106367
- Deadweight: 207942 t
- Length overall: 296 m
- Beam: 50 m
- Home port: JEJU
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KOREA LINE CORP (South Korea)
- Technical manager: KLCSM CO., LTD
- ISM manager: KLC SM CO LTD (South Korea)
- Last AIS position: 20°33.2′S · 117°16.9′E · Speed 12.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 18:25 UTC
- Destination: Port Walcott (AU PWL)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of K. ASTER?
K. ASTER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for K. ASTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 207,942. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 106,367.
What engine type does K. ASTER use?
The main engine is a 1D: 2 SA 6 CY type. It is rated at a power of 6 kW.
How many inspections has K. ASTER undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 1 deficiency recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 October 2025. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
What is the flag and home port of K. ASTER?
The vessel flies the Korea (Republic of) flag. Its registered home port is Jeju.
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