STAR MONA (IMO 9518062)
STAR MONA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Cayman Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 82,188 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 42,917, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and configuration are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades. STAR MONA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, East Asia, and the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has previously operated under four different names and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Cayman Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 319125100
- Call sign: ZGHC8
- Gross tonnage: 42917
- Deadweight: 82188 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 28 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/04/2026
- Registered owner: STAR NOR VIII LLC (Greece)
- Ship manager: STARBULK SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: EQUINOX MARITIME LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 32°6.4′S · 052°6.2′W · moored · received 1 October 2026 at 06:56 UTC
- Destination: Rio Grande (BR RIG)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR MONA?
STAR MONA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the dimensions of STAR MONA?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 82,188 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains STAR MONA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for STAR MONA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 5 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 4 of them. The most recent inspection was on 21 April 2026. All-time records show 28 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.
Where has STAR MONA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and East Asia. It has also been recorded in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions.
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