AST RISING (IMO 9437828)
AST RISING is a General Cargo Ship built in 2009 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 6,053 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 4,109. Given its specifications, it is configured for general cargo operations. AST RISING is classed by the Korean Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South Asia, East Africa, and South Africa over recent periods. It has a history of five former names and has operated under three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 538010968
- Call sign: V7A6382
- Gross tonnage: 4109
- Deadweight: 6053 t
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 49 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 08/12/2023, Qingdao (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/02/2025
- Registered owner: AST SHIPPING 3 LTD (Malta)
- Ship manager · Technical manager · ISM manager: DS SHIPPING LTD (Malta)
- Last AIS position: 18°24.0′N · 018°7.0′W · Speed 7.9 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 19:13 UTC
- Destination: To be nominated
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of AST RISING?
AST RISING is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2009 and is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for AST RISING?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 6,053 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 4,109.
Which classification society maintains AST RISING?
The vessel is classed by the Korean Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has AST RISING been recently observed?
The vessel has been operating in South Asia and East Africa. It has also been recorded in the South Africa region.
What is the PSC inspection history for AST RISING?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 28 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 February 2025. All-time records show 49 inspections since 2009 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 8 December 2023.
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