BINTANG LIBERTY 5 (IMO 9512288)
BINTANG LIBERTY 5 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2008 and flying the Tanzania flag, placing it in its 18th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,374 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,551. This vessel is sized for regional cargo operations within specific maritime corridors. BINTANG LIBERTY 5 is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and the Malacca Strait over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different flag states and has been known by three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Tanzania
- Year built: 2008
- MMSI: 677025200
- Call sign: 5IM352
- Gross tonnage: 2551
- Deadweight: 4374 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 10 since 2008
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 16/12/2010, Vishakhapatnam (Indian Ocean MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 11/08/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: MIDAS MIRACLE SDN BHD (Malaysia)
- Last AIS position: 1°32.9′N · 110°23.7′E · Speed 4.9 kn · at anchor · received 17 October 2026 at 11:32 UTC
- Destination: Kuching, Sarawak (MY KCH)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of BINTANG LIBERTY 5?
BINTANG LIBERTY 5 is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2008 and is currently in its 18th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for BINTANG LIBERTY 5?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 4,374 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,551.
Which classification society is associated with this vessel?
The vessel is classed by the Vietnam Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.
Where has BINTANG LIBERTY 5 been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and the Malacca Strait. It has also been recorded operating within South East Asia.
How many port-state inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 11 August 2025. All-time records show 10 inspections since 2008 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 16 December 2010.
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