PALENA STAR (IMO 9425215)
PALENA STAR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2010 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 12,594 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 8,621, and a length overall of 129 metres. This size and specification categorize it as a medium-sized tanker for specialized liquid cargo transport. PALENA STAR is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the South America East Coast region. It has previously operated under seven different flag states and has been registered under two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 636093397
- Call sign: D5CP8
- Gross tonnage: 8621
- Deadweight: 12594 t
- Length overall: 129 m
- Beam: 20.4 m
- Home port: Monrovia
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 27/05/2026
- Registered owner: PALENA STAR SHIPPING GMBH (Germany)
- Ship manager: NSC BULK & TANK GMBH & CIE KG (Germany)
- ISM manager · DOC holder: NSC LIQUIDS TRANSPORT GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 34°46.2′S · 057°51.9′W · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 12 October 2026 at 15:38 UTC
- Destination: RADA LA PLATA
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of PALENA STAR?
PALENA STAR is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 12,594 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 8,621.
Who built the PALENA STAR and when?
The vessel was built in 2010 by Dae Sun Shipbuilding & Engineering Co., Ltd. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the dimensions of PALENA STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 129 metres and a beam of 20.4 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 8.7 metres.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 May 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
Which classification society manages PALENA STAR?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
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