FORTUNE STAR (IMO 9436721)
FORTUNE STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 57,181 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 33,194. This size profile is typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and mid-range dry bulk trades. FORTUNE STAR is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under two different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 538009251
- Call sign: V7A4506
- Gross tonnage: 33194
- Deadweight: 57181 t
- Length overall: 190 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 47 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 22/12/2014, El Iskandariya (Alexandria) (Mediterranean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/04/2026
- Registered owner: DRAGON 8 HOLDING LTD (China)
- Ship manager: JOINT FORTUNE SHIPPING HK LTD (China)
- ISM manager: TRUE NORTH SHIPMANAGEMENT HK (China)
- Last AIS position: 24°10.8′N · 122°38.8′E · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 22:52 UTC
- Destination: CN GANYU · ETA 14 October 2026 at 22:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of FORTUNE STAR?
FORTUNE STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for FORTUNE STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 57,181 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 33,194.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has FORTUNE STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including East Asia and South East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
What is the port-state control history for FORTUNE STAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 13 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 22 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 April 2026. All-time records show 47 inspections since 2010 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 22 December 2014.
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