LODESTAR WAY (IMO 9434175)
LODESTAR WAY is a General Cargo Ship built in 2007 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 19th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 19,270 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 12,899, and a length overall of 147 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades. LODESTAR WAY is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea over recent periods. It has operated under four former names and two different flag states throughout its history. Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 18 May 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2007
- MMSI: 636022148
- Call sign: 5LHJ9
- Gross tonnage: 12899
- Deadweight: 19270 t
- Length overall: 147 m
- Beam: 22.5 m
- Home port: MONROVIA - 22148
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 59 since 2007
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 30/08/2023, Novorossiisk (Black Sea MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 18/05/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: LODESTAR LOGISTICS LTD (Marshall Islands)
- ISM manager: ASHIRA SHIP MANAGEMENT LLC SOC (United Arab Emirates)
- Last AIS position: 41°39.8′N · 030°28.8′E · Speed 9.2 kn · received 11 August 2026 at 20:51 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST) · ETA 12 August 2026 at 05:53 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of LODESTAR WAY?
The vessel has a length overall of 147 metres and a beam of 22.5 metres. These dimensions support its role as a general cargo ship.
What is the engine power of LODESTAR WAY?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine that provides 6,000 kW of power. This specification is used to drive its propulsion systems.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 10 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 18 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 18 May 2026. All-time records show 59 inspections since 2007 and 6 detentions. The most recent detention was on 30 August 2023.
What is the classification of LODESTAR WAY?
The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the cargo capacity of LODESTAR WAY?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 19,270 metric tonnes. It also maintains a gross tonnage of 12,899.
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