CHANG GENG STAR (IMO 9479905)
CHANG GENG STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 17th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 180,274 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 90,092. This capacity indicates a large-scale bulk carrier suitable for global dry bulk commodities transport. CHANG GENG STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Africa, East Asia, and the New Guinea Pacific regions. It has previously operated under two different names and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2009
- MMSI: 356812000
- Call sign: 3FXU3
- Gross tonnage: 90092
- Deadweight: 180274 t
- Length overall: 288 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2009
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 03/03/2026
- Registered owner: CHANG GENG STAR SHIP LTD
- Ship manager: UC SHIPPING PTE LTD
- ISM manager: QINGDAO ALAM INTL SHPG SERVICE (China)
- Last AIS position: 1°16.9′N · 104°1.2′E · Speed 8.8 kn · at anchor · received 20 July 2026 at 12:49 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of CHANG GENG STAR?
CHANG GENG STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2009. It is currently in its 17th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for CHANG GENG STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 180,274 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 90,092.
Which classification society manages CHANG GENG STAR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 4 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 3 March 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2009 and no detentions.
Where has CHANG GENG STAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Africa and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the New Guinea Pacific and Australian/New Zealand regions.
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