BRIGHT STAR (IMO 9481960)
BRIGHT STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 36,471 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 22,988, and a length overall of 180 metres. This size profile is typical for regional bulk transport operations. BRIGHT STAR is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in East Asia, the West Coast of South America, and the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 7 January 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 636018508
- Call sign: D5QA2
- Gross tonnage: 22988
- Deadweight: 36471 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: MONROVIA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 51 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 28/05/2025, South Shields (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 07/01/2026
- Registered owner: BLUEFIN MARINE LTD
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: COLUMBIA SHIPMANAGEMENT-SNG
- Last AIS position: 12°40.1′N · 100°39.2′E · Speed 12.1 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 18:33 UTC
- Destination: Adelaide (AU ADL) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 20:01 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of BRIGHT STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 180 metres and a beam of 30 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.3 metres.
What is the capacity of BRIGHT STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 36,471 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 22,988.
Which classification society manages BRIGHT STAR?
BRIGHT STAR is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 9 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 7 January 2026. All-time records show 51 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 28 May 2025.
Where has BRIGHT STAR been operating?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the coasts of South America. Specifically, it has been noted in both the West and East Coast regions of South America.
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