STAR DRAGON (IMO 9508392)
STAR DRAGON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 178,062 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 91,373. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk commodity transport. STAR DRAGON is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South America East Coast, and East Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under three former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 538010899
- Call sign: V7A6291
- Gross tonnage: 91373
- Deadweight: 178062 t
- Length overall: 292 m
- Beam: 45 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 39 since 2010
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/08/2025
- Registered owner: DULCE MARITIME CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: CHARTWORLD MARITIME MNGMT (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 36°44.3′N · 123°40.5′E · Speed 12.2 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 08:24 UTC
- Destination: Singapore (SG SIN) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 20:48 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR DRAGON?
STAR DRAGON is a Bulk Carrier built in 2008. It is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for STAR DRAGON?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 178,062 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 91,373.
Which classification society manages STAR DRAGON?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has STAR DRAGON been recently observed?
The vessel has been tracked in several regions including the Malacca Strait and the South America East Coast. It has also been observed near East Africa and South Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for STAR DRAGON?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 13 August 2025. All-time records show 39 inspections since 2010 and no detentions.
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