NSU LODESTAR (IMO 9465227)
NSU LODESTAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013 and flying the Japan flag, placing it in its 13th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,690 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 92,626. At this capacity, the vessel is configured for large-scale dry bulk commodity transport. NSU LODESTAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions over recent periods. It has operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Japan
- Year built: 2013
- MMSI: 432905000
- Call sign: 7JNM
- Gross tonnage: 92626
- Deadweight: 180690 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 01/09/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: NS UNITED KAIUN KAISHA LTD (Japan)
- ISM manager: MMS CO LTD (Japan)
- Last AIS position: 16°45.6′S · 064°48.2′E · Speed 11.2 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 09:56 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 08:41 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of NSU LODESTAR?
NSU LODESTAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2013. It is currently in its 13th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for NSU LODESTAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 180,690 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 92,626.
Which classification society manages NSU LODESTAR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the IACS.
Where has NSU LODESTAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific. These regions represent its recent operational footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for NSU LODESTAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 1 September 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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